In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, thoughts of the distant future often take a backseat to more immediate concerns. However, as the years pass by, it becomes increasingly evident that adequate long-term care planning is not just a prudent step, but a crucial one. The aging process is an inevitable part of […]
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Estate planning is a crucial step in ensuring your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. One effective tool to consider in your estate planning toolkit is the revocable living trust. Unlike a will, which only takes effect after your death, a revocable living trust allows you to manage
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Starting an estate plan can be overwhelming, and you probably have many questions. You are not alone. Below are eight questions people often ask about last wills and testaments as they begin to think about estate planning. Aren’t Wills Only for Wealthy People? This is a common myth. Last wills and testaments (also known simply
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Although in many situations the advantages outweigh the disadvantages when selecting beneficiaries, there are always exceptions. What Is a Beneficiary? Beneficiaries are individuals who you select to receive money, various other assets, or specific bequests (such as sentimental items) upon your death. You can name these individuals in estate planning documents such as a will.
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Bratton Law Group is pleased to announce that seasoned healthcare professional, Jessica Cartnick, has joined our life care planning team as Elder Care Coordinator. As part of the Bratton Law Group team, Ms. Cartnick will work with our clients to oversee the coordination of their health and long-term care. As our clients and their families
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When people pass away, they leave behind assets, property, and possessions that can have sentimental and real value for surviving family members and loved ones. Everything that an individual owns upon their death is known as their estate. According to Estate Exec, the average size of an estate is between $50,000 and $250,000. Eleven percent of
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Please join Bratton Law Group in welcoming our new associate attorney, Oluwakolapo “Kay” Sapara, to our team. In Mr. Sapara’s new role, he will concentrate his practice in the areas of elder law, estate planning, and estate administration across the firm’s five locations in Cherry Hill, Haddonfield, Linwood, and Ewing, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. “The
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Aging is an inevitable reality for everyone. As part of this, many adults engage in long-term planning in anticipation of their later years. But, for many in the LGBTQ+ community, there is anxiety and trepidation over long-term planning. This is because older people in this community worry about being the subject of discrimination or inadequate
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According to the 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Survey by Caring.com, only 34 percent of Americans have an estate plan. The primary reasons respondents gave for not participating in estate planning are: Procrastination Believing they need more assets Not knowing how to make an estate plan An estate plan is a comprehensive set of legal documents
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