Here are some recent estate planning articles from around the web. Links will open in a new window, so you can read the articles without losing this page.
…[I]f an individual dies intestate (without a will) the probate courts will determine how to distribute that person’s assets. And although the court system may ultimately decide to distribute the individual’s assets in a manner that is consistent with his or her wishes, there is no guarantee that this will occur.
From Why You Should Draft a Will at Forbes.com
Can we do anything about the risks to our less than sturdy aging parents when their over-sized or troublesome pets become a problem? Maybe not much. We can suggest, tactfully, that a home care worker go along on the dog walks “just for my peace of mind, Dad.”
From How to Handle Aging Parent’s Pets . Note that Scituate Animal Shelter has a program to help seniors with their pets. Click here for details.
Find out on the New York Times Old Age Blog whether you can claim your parent as a dependent.
Get some advice on choosing a guardian for your child.
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