Articles Posted in Estate Planning

As people age, one of the most important things they can do to protect the future of their loved ones is to create a Colorado estate plan. However, estate planning is not just for retirees. Indeed, financial planners recommend that even young families develop a comprehensive estate plan in the event of the unexpected. Out…

In response to the devastating toll that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on Americans, the government signed a $2 trillion relief package to provide financial assistance to those affected by the coronavirus. In addition to stimulus payments, The CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) provides additional unemployment coverage, student loan modifications, and…

Divorce can have a significant impact on most parts of a person’s life, and many people focus on the aspects that directly affect their day-to-day, such as child custody, child support, and division of property. However, many other critical transitions need to occur during and after a divorce that may not necessarily be included in…

Given the recent spread of the Coronavirus, Governor Polis issued a stay-at-home order that will prevent hundreds of thousands – if not more – Colorado employees from going to work. Experts explain that during this difficult time, it is important to focus on the long-term and not get bogged down in the day-to-day news cycles…

While the thought may be an unpleasant one, the reality is that with the number of two-income households growing over recent years, more people will be relying on Colorado nursing homes. Indeed, it is estimated that 69 percent of people will need long-term care at some point in their life. As is the case with…

According to recent estimates, over 63 million people, or one in six Americans, collect social security benefits. Older Americans make up about four-fifths of social security recipients. In December of last year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) published a proposed rule that could have a major impact on many Colorado Social Security recipients. Although the…

Let’s face it; no one is excited about the prospect of estate planning. However, few things are more critical to the future of your family than an estate plan. By working with a Colorado estate planning lawyer, you can ensure that future generations can enjoy the wealth that you have worked so hard to accumulate…

Nobody likes to discuss what is going to happen after they die or become incapacitated to a point at which they can no longer make their own decisions. However, discussing your family’s future needs with a Colorado estate planning attorney is crucial to ensuring that your affairs are handled as you desire. Indeed, one of…

Simply stated, estate planning refers to the process of developing a plan for what will happen to your assets after you pass on. While it may sound as straightforward as deciding who you want to give your property to, developing a comprehensive and effective Colorado estate plan involves a significant amount of thought and care.…

The Power of Attorney can be a powerful tool or a dangerous weapon that can be turned against its creator. We often assume that when we create a Power of Attorney, we are ensuring that the person we name can do only what we want them to do. We also assume they can do it…