Estate planning can feel like something that can wait. After all, no one likes to think about what will happen to their property after they are gone. However, making a few important decisions ahead of time can help provide clarity for loved ones and make the process...
An estate’s executor holds a sensitive position. They file the will with the probate court, manage the estate, communicate with beneficiaries, pay debts and taxes and distribute assets to beneficiaries. Title 12 of the Delaware Code requires them to put the interests...
Choosing the right trust for your estate plan can be difficult. Delaware is a popular state for trusts because it offers strong privacy protections, flexible laws and possible tax benefits. If you are thinking about creating a Delaware trust, learning about your...
When someone sells a home in Delaware, they do have to make certain disclosures. Generally speaking, they have to disclose any material defects with the property. These are serious issues that could affect the safety or value of that property. For instance, perhaps...
Family caregiving starts with love and a shared understanding. You may help an aging parent with daily safety and issues like medication and hygiene. Initially, no one may think about paperwork because the focus is on care. Over time, that care can become full-time...
Moving to Delaware is an exciting new chapter filled with lower property taxes and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. However, true peace of mind comes from knowing your estate plan works perfectly in your new home. While Delaware usually recognizes valid out of state...
As parents age, they may begin to need assistance with managing property and money. This change often occurs slowly, but there might not be any indication that makes it evident that the time is right now. One way that parents can ensure they’ll have the help they need...
As parents get older, their adult children will sometimes have to step in to help them handle significant life changes. One of these is when the aging parent needs to sell their home. This is a major decision that should be carefully planned and executed. Families...
A Delaware retirement home can sound like the perfect reset. You may want beach access, lower property taxes, a quieter pace or a place that can eventually become your full-time residence. Still, a beautiful listing can create expensive complications if the purchase...
Medicaid planning can help older adults ensure that they have coverage if they require long-term care. Medicare has many limitations that may make Medicaid necessary for those in need of medical support as they age. Many people do not have a Medicaid plan in place...