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Monthly Archives: October 2019

The bottom line about why you need an estate plan

Why You Need an Estate Plan

By Andre O. McDonald |

In 2008, Congress recognized the need for the public to understand why you need an estate plan by passing House Resolution 1499, which designated the third week of October as National Estate Planning Awareness Week. Nevertheless, according to a 2019 survey carried out by Caring.com, 57% of adults in the United States have not… Read More »

How to prevent identity theft of a deceased loved one

9 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft of a Deceased Loved One

By Andre O. McDonald |

Identity theft is the last thing a grieving family should have to worry about after the loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, identity thieves have increasingly targeted the identities of deceased people, using their names and other identifying information to get credit cards, apply for loans, collect refunds based on fraudulent tax returns, and… Read More »

What to do when a loved one dies: 6 practical steps

What To Do When a Loved One Dies

By Andre O. McDonald |

When a family member or other loved one dies, grief and shock can sometimes be overwhelming. The last thing most people want to think about is making phone calls or funeral arrangements. Some things do not need to be done immediately, but there are some steps that should be taken soon after the loss… Read More »

When Assisted Living May Not Be Enough

By Andre O. McDonald |

Jane’s father Jerry decided, on his own, that it was time to move into an assisted living facility. Jerry’s arthritis had worsened to the point where he couldn’t dress himself, he struggled to get in and out of the shower, and he was lonely living by himself. Jerry did very well at his new… Read More »

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