When it comes to growing older, the one thing we can do to help ourselves and others is to make plans before we need help. Let’s take a look at the many options available for those needing long term...
As an executor for a will, you have been honored with a position of trust. Another person believes that you can distribute their estate fairly and care for any investments and costs responsibly while distributing inheritance to their heirs. The position of executor is...
If you are ready to think about what needs to be done to care for yourself and your family, a living trust, also called a revocable trust, is a good starting point. Whether you are trying to avoid probate expenses, care for yourself long term, regulate distributions...
With the growing number of seniors in our society, elder financial exploitation now costs older Americans more than $2.6 billion per year. No matter what age you are now, this issue is bound to impact your life or the lives of those you care about. Learn how to...
When a loved one dies, it is mentally and emotionally exhausting. However, you will feel less overwhelmed if you go ahead and do what needs to be done. It is important to let others know about the death and insure that the deceased’s assets are handled properly and...
If you are looking at planning for end of life financial circumstances, you may be wondering about the tax laws in NC. How much will the Federal and State governments take from your final estate when you pass away? Will your heirs have to pay inheritance taxes on the...
Learn effective strategies to thrive in today’s economic climate with a focus on the importance of tax exemption for retirees and their beneficiaries. We discuss the differences in today’s economic climate for retirement versus the economic climate even 10 years ago....
Join Nancy Ruffner and Adam Hopler in an exploration of the topic of elder exploitation and learn insights into identifying and remedying the financial and physical abuse of the elderly. Check out our Webinar Replay as we discuss the social and legal aspects of Elder...
Check out our WEBINAR REPLAY and learn more about estate and funeral planning with Joe Smolenski, Renaissance Funeral Home Owner and Director and our own Adam Hopler, Estate Planning and Litigation Attorney as they discuss the importance of making plans for end of...
Check Out Our Webinar on Caregiver Burnout and the Role of Guardian. Holly Hight and Adam Hopler discuss some of the strategies and issues that you face as a caregiver from a practical standpoint and from the legal perspective in this informative webinar. Check it out...