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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 […]

When you have spent a lifetime accumulating assets (also known as your “estate”), you need to consider both how to protect your assets for yourself and your heirs, and how to plan for disbursement of your estate upon your death. This is what encompasses estate planning. Whether a situation is complicated or simple, they all […]

If the worst has happened and a loved one has passed away, you may not know the best steps to take. You’re overcome by emotion and may not be thinking clearly. Or you may have gotten erroneous information from an online source, a friend or a loved one. The one thing you should NOT do […]