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No one wants to think about death, especially not their own. However, taking a few measures now can significantly alleviate the financial and emotional burden for your loved ones once you are no longer around. To help you get started, an estate planning attorney from McCarthy & Akers, PLC in Winchester, Virginia, has put together […]

Let’s start with basic definitions. A will is a legal document expressing a person’s wishes regarding how their property and assets will be distributed after passing. A will can also be used to designate legal guardians for minor children and funeral arrangements. Regardless of its specific contents, every will needs an executor, an individual tasked […]

Do you have questions about estate planning and how to ensure that your or a loved one’s assets are properly managed and distributed to the proper beneficiaries upon death? Do you wonder what constitutes your estate or when you should begin your estate plan? Are you hesitant to spend estate assets on attorneys, accountants, or […]

If you find yourself typing “elder law attorney near me” into the search bar, you’ve already taken your first step to planning a better future. As you search, you may find more questions than answers. Planning for old age is stressful and confusing, so you want to do everything you can to get it right. […]

Do you have a second home or property you would like to turn into a second revenue stream? You might consider making it a short-term rental property (STR). Many people who own a second home make a considerable income by choosing the STR route. Before you decide to turn your property into an STR, be […]

Buying and selling real estate can be complicated. After the initial excitement wears off, you can quickly find yourself drowning in a sea of paperwork, wondering what to do. But not everyone understands every aspect of buying or selling real estate. On the other hand, real estate attorneys have the experience necessary to answer all […]

If you follow the news regularly, or even once in a while, you’ve probably heard about President Biden’s proposed signature piece of legislation called the Build Back Better Act (BBBA).  While it is now looking unlikely that the BBBA will become law in its present state, it has been passed by the House of Representatives, […]

If you have money or assets that you plan to leave to your heirs, it would be prudent to consider having a well-thought-out estate plan. And if you already have an estate plan in place, you need to revisit it regularly and make adjustments according to any new rule changes or legislation. Unfortunately, changes in […]

Elder law is an aspect of long-term care and estate planning that many people don't think about when planning for their future and reaching a certain age. Many people then find themselves unable to pay for the care they need. But this doesn't have to happen to you. At McCarthy & Akers, PLC, our elder […]

Everyone should have a great estate plan—no matter what your age or financial situation. This is the legal documentation that helps those around you know and understand your wishes for your ongoing health and financial care, and who should care for your minor children or dependents should you become mentally or physically incapacitated and unable […]