Estate and Elder Law Information Center
William Hayes · ·
Not Your Grandparent's Assisted Living Any Longer - Even if you or a loved one are not enthusiastic about a move to assisted living, everyone can take some encouragement from how residential communities have developed over the past decades. Options range from more affordable care for …
[Read more...] about Not Your Grandparent’s Assisted Living Any Longer
William Hayes · ·
Refinance When Interest Rates Are on the Rise? - Homeowners refinance their mortgage loans for several reasons, but most do it to lower their loan's interest rate. This isn't surprising: A lower interest rate means a lower monthly mortgage payment. And that can save homeowners thousands of dollars …
[Read more...] about Refinance When Interest Rates Are on the Rise?
William Hayes · ·
QCSs: Tax-Free Gifts to Charity - If you have an IRA, you are required to take out a certain amount of money each year once you reach age 73, even if you don't need the funds. This is known as a required minimum distribution and it can increase your taxable income, potentially pushing you into a …
William Hayes · ·
Wills vs. Trust: Cost, Process and Uses - Wills and trusts ensure your assets pass to heirs according to your wishes. You may want to use a will if you're married, have kids or own property. Setting up a trust is an extra step that makes sense if you have a large or complicated estate and/or need …
[Read more...] about Wills vs. Trust: Cost, Process and Uses
William Hayes · ·
Meeting Midway With Mediation - Are heirs at loggerheads over dividing an estate? Does it look like the dispute is going to turn into a lawsuit? It doesn't have to. Parties should try mediation. Indeed, many judges, who recognize the value of a structured compromise, even order the parties to …
Discover the specific actions necessary following the death of a loved one
in our 3-part webinar series
(Designed to Simplify Your Next Steps)
Sign up for our newsletter and get our news straight to your inbox!
Office hours
Map
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this or associated pages, documents, comments, answers, emails, or other communications should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. The information on this website is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing of this information does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.