Archive for December 2014
A Nevada guardianship may be the best way to care for a loved one
Any number of situations can result in a Nevada loved one being unable to care for him- or herself. In those instances, it may be necessary to seek a guardianship in order to ensure the health and safety of your loved one. Being appointed guardian means that you are responsible for making decisions on behalf…
Read MoreEstate planning considerations for Nevada widows and widowers
An estimated 18 million people over the age of 65 are single. Many of them may be widows and widowers who live here in Nevada. For those who are not remarried, any estate planning that was done while married needs to be updated to accommodate the individual’s single status. During marriage, many couples leave their…
Read MoreFrozen eggs provide a unique estate planning challenge
Advances in reproductive technology provide Nevada residents with new possibilities when it comes to conceiving a child. Many women are freezing their eggs for use in the future, and this brings up a unique challenge in estate planning. The question of how and whether to include any descendants that may result from the use of…
Read MoreAnother decision in estate planning is when to end a trust
Creating an estate plan requires the consideration of numerous factors. One decision that many Nevada residents make during estate planning is to use a trust. With the amount of choices that need to be made in the creation of a trust, some people may not realize that ending that trust needs to be part of…
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