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How To Protect Your Digital Assets With Your Wisconsin Estate Plan
Does the fact that data security is in the headlines, and digital privacy continues to be a hot topic have you concerned? How should you protect your digital assets? In fact, do you know how to protect them? Are you aware that digital assets can be included in your...
Creating your Wisconsin Estate Plan with a Disabled Loved One in Mind
Do you have a disabled loved one? Did you know that since 1987, March has been recognized as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month? During the month of March there is a national focus on individuals with developmental disabilities and the need to provide the...
Estate Planning Tips when Considering Remarrying
Are you and your future spouse considering remarrying? Are you immersed in wedding preparations, invitations and family? Congratulations!! We know you are busy with wedding plans but have you given any thoughts on how this could impact your Wisconsin estate plan? You...
Preserving a Loving Legacy for Your Next of Kin
Are you a Wisconsin senior who has worked hard all your life and look forward to passing on the legacy that you have created and preserved to your next of kin? During the month of February, especially Valentine’s Day, we want to tell our family how much we love them....
Does Wisconsin Require Children to Pay a Parent’s Nursing Home Bill?
As the adult child of aging parents, have you ever wondered what would happen if your parents had to go into a nursing home? It is, of course, accepted and the law that minor children are to be cared for by their parents, but what happens if parents with adult...
Happy New Year! Here is the Start of the Year Estate Planning Checklist You Need!
As you greet the new year with your family, are you looking forward to accomplishing the goals you have set for yourself this new year? Is one of your goals this year to focus on taking care of your future and the future of your family, by being sure that you have a...
Could There Be an Elder Law Risk to Making End of the Year Financial Gifts?
Looking for an extra something special for your adult children this holiday season? Do you want to give gifts of money to them? Were you aware that monetary gifts can impact Medicaid eligibility for a senior Wisconsin adult? Unfortunately, if you needed to apply for...
Visiting Aging Relatives During the Holidays? Be Sure to Look for These Signs
During the holidays do you have plans to visit your aging relatives? Are you concerned about their well-being, safety and ability to age in place? Are you wondering whether there are any signs that you should be particularly looking for that will show that your aging...
Information and Support for Family Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month
Did you know that the month of November is dedicated to honoring and supporting the family caregivers of our nation? During November, National Family Caregivers Month formally salutes the work of all the compassionate family caregivers. These family members are...
Why Addressing Long-Term Care Needs as Soon as Possible is Critical
Have you thought about or accomplished any long-term care planning? Are you even wondering what long-term care is and whether you might need it someday? Long-term care is the type of healthcare people receive when their care needs extend beyond acute care or...