While the following story doesn't originate from Denver, Colorado, it does highlight some important aspects of estate planning and life care planning. A woman in New York says that her late husband's rent-controlled apartment contains a sizable inheritance, worth...
Month: September 2014
Here are a few estate planning mistakes to avoid
Drawing up your estate plan is a major step, and it requires a lot of thought. You need to be thorough yet deliberate when you write up the numerous documents that make up your ultimate estate plan. Despite this incredibly important life decision, there are many...
Are advance medical directives set in stone?
There are many things that must be considered when planning a final estate including all financial aspects, property distribution and documenting final wishes. One thing that should not be ignored is documenting end-of-life wishes for medical care. Setting advance...
Guardianship and conservatorship can help Colorado families
The words guardianship and conservatorship can have some very negative connotations to some people in Colorado. Both are generally thought of as giving up control over personal choice and independence. While no one wants to give up those things in their life, even...