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Here’s something that surprises a lot of people: debt doesn’t automatically disappear when someone passes away.   When a loved one dies, families are already

It feels natural to give money to your kids, especially during the holidays. Maybe you’re helping with a down payment, paying off student loans, or

Published on October 14, 2020. Last Updated on October 28, 2025. As an elder law attorney, one of the most common questions I hear is,

Probate doesn’t come with ghosts or haunted houses, but it can feel just as frightening for families who aren’t prepared. Picture this: your loved ones

  On a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, Jeff sat down with Pam Kovalewski and Paul Hayes, the

A few years ago, a woman came into our office with worry written all over her face. Her husband’s health was beginning to decline, and

Published on January 29, 2020. Last Updated on October 14, 2025.   On December 20, 2019, Congress passed one of the most significant pieces of

I’ll never forget a story a client once shared with me. Her father had spent his entire life building a successful business. He passed away,

  On a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, Jeff sat down with Sarah Bucher of Legend of Lancaster,

Over the years, we’ve seen just how much thought and love people pour into their wills. It makes sense because a will is one of

Published on June 8, 2023. Last Updated on September 16, 2025.   As an elder law attorney, I often see how family relationships can become

For many people, retirement is not just about leaving the workforce; it’s about starting a new chapter. That new chapter often comes with the question,