Estate Planning

Why Every Women Should Have a Will

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn R. Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Here are some talking points about why every woman should have a will:

Wills are not just for the wealthy. Wills are not just for “old people” (whatever “old” means nowadays). Women of all ages should have a Will as part of their comprehensive estate plan. A Will is part of a comprehensive estate plan that protects you while you are here (even if you are incapacitated), and ensures that your personal property, money and home are distributed to your loved ones in the most tax-friendly and efficient way possible.

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The Financial Side of Getting Older

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn R. Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Interview Glenn to learn more about estate planning for our vulnerable seniors.

Talking Points on estate issues
involving the elderly:

- More than 60% of Americans die without a comprehensive estate plan (AARP study), a will or other important items. This sets off a chain of unfortunate events.
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Don’t Accidentally Disinherit Your Children

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Interview Glenn to learn the great options that are out there on estate planning for second marriages:

If you do not plan the right way, you might accidentally disinherit your children. Continue reading “Don’t Accidentally Disinherit Your Children”

5 Lies People Tell Themselves About Their Estate Plan

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Here are some talking points the myths about long-term care:

”I don’t need an estate plan because I don’t have a lot of money.”
“I don’t need to update my estate plan because nothing has changed.”
“My beneficiary designations are in order.”
“I know my trust is fully funded” (most don’t have all their assets inside it.)
“I don’t need an estate plan because my kids will do the right thing.”

These are 5 of the biggest lies we tell ourselves. Proper planning and making sure that you take care of yourself AND your family after you’re gone.

Interview: Glenn Matecun.

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Myths About Long-Term Care: Know Your Options

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Here are some talking points the myths about long-term care:

“I have Medicare and it will cover my long-term care costs.”
False. Medicare has very limited coverage for long-term care rehab. (The solution is to plan ahead and use Medicare as a gap coverage.) Continue reading “Myths About Long-Term Care: Know Your Options”

7 Tips for Discussing Your Elderly Parents’ Estate Plan

Available for Interviews: Glenn Matecun.

Glenn R. Metecun, CELA, is certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. Here are some talking points on how one can engage in a thoughtful and crucial conversation with his or her elderly parents on estate planning:

Have the talk. Talking about your parents’ estate plan with them is not easy, but it is critical if you are to be able to carry out their wishes if they become incapacitated or after they are gone. And a great time to talk is when you are sitting around the house during the holidays. Continue reading “7 Tips for Discussing Your Elderly Parents’ Estate Plan”