If you have a loved one who is entering assisted living, you may feel like there isn’t much you can do for them. After all, they will have a staff who can take care of their daily needs. And because they are in a facility rather than at home, you will have...
Living at Home or Assisted Living: 3 Things to Consider
If you are getting older and own your home, you may have a difficult decision ahead of you: will you continue to live at home, or will you move into assisted living? This choice is particularly important because it affects not just you but your loved ones as well.
Ask the Estate Planning Attorney — How to Choose My Health Care Proxy
Once you become an adult, you can make decisions about your medical care. This is true even if you become incapacitated and can’t express those decisions. Establishing a health care proxy is one way to ensure that your wishes are respected, even in incapacity.
What is a...
Legal and Healthcare Considerations for Solo Aging in New York
How you age, where you age, and who you age with are decisions that you must eventually make. Many people choose to spend their final years in solitude, or at least without a partner.
Solo aging in New York can be enjoyable, but it also presents some significant medical...
The Value of an Estate Plan at Any Age
No matter what you’ve been told or believe, estate planning can benefit individuals of any age, background, or financial status. Establishing a strong estate plan can help you plan for the future, provide for your family, and give you peace of mind.
If you’re unsure where to start, begin...
How Can I Transfer My Parent’s Property Deed Over to Me?
As parents age and have a harder time handling their affairs, you might consider taking on a more involved role to assist them. One common way to help in this capacity in New York is by transferring your parent’s property to your name.
But if you have a parent...
Foreclosure Scams to Watch Out For
People fall behind in their mortgage payments for many reasons. Staten Island homeowners who are in mortgage default may feel desperate to find a financial solution that allows them to keep their property. The fear of losing a family home or an investment property that provides vital income can make people vulnerable...
Foreclosure Defense Strategies: What Homeowners Need to Know
Foreclosure is an unfortunate end to the dreams of homeowners and property owners. However, by using strategic foreclosure defense strategies, homeowners can delay or even put an end to foreclosure proceedings. In every case, contacting an experienced attorney gives homeowners the tailored guidance they need.
Effective Foreclosure Defense...
The Future of Business Sales: Trends in the New Jersey Market
People are retiring by the tens of thousands, especially in New Jersey. According to FocusNJ.org, the Garden State has an aging workforce, with 27% of workers over the age of 55. With so many people exiting the workforce, selling a small business can be complicated.
If you are...
Unlocking the Potential: How to Maximize Your Business’s Value Before the Sale
One of the main benefits of creating a successful business in New York is that you can get value from it one last time if you sell it. This won’t work for every business. But if you have the type of business where you can successfully pass on products or services to...