Real estate is the largest purchase most Delaware residents ever make. If you buy a retirement home, you may plan to leave it to family members as part of your estate. With significant funds tied up with the purchase, you want it to go as smoothly as possible. A...
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3 estate planning tools for those with dementia diagnoses
Dementia is the collective name for a variety of neurological conditions that interfere with a person's ability to make decisions, remember details and perform everyday tasks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that roughly 14 million Americans...
Commercial real estate properties may grow in rental demand
Real estate investors could find attractive opportunities by following trends in commercial leasing. As reported by Entrepreneur, properties offering warehousing and distribution capabilities have room for growth. In 2020, consumers spent nearly $27 trillion globally...
What factors contribute to elder abuse?
To put a loved one in the hands of a caregiver or nursing home is a significant responsibility. If you have a parent or grandparent in a long-term care facility, you deserve the peace of mind that the caregivers will provide excellent care. According to the World...
Reducing inheritance conflict among siblings
When you have more than one child, you may need to take extra care when creating your Delaware estate plan to make sure you do not ruffle feathers or cause unnecessary strife between or among your children. Many inheritance battles result from adult children feeling...
What issues can an elder law attorney help you with?
Elder law attorneys provide a variety of legal services to older adults, their families and their caregivers. Specifically, FindLaw explains that elder law includes such things as the following: Elder rights Elder abuse and injury Estate planning Health care planning...
Some buyers and sellers may need property inspections
Sellers in Delaware's real estate market could receive offers from motivated buyers who wish to forgo inspections. According to the National Association of Realtors, 25% of homebuyers waived inspection contingencies during May 2021. Real estate investors often use...
Is your loved one well cared for in an understaffed facility?
Deciding to place your loved one in a care facility may be a difficult one. However, many people turn to a nursing home to provide the care and attention their loved one needs. According to PBS, almost 1.4 million reside in nursing home facilities throughout the...
Assigning the right power of attorney for your needs
Although discussing your own incapacitation is difficult, it is important to designate a power of attorney to oversee your financial and legal matters while you are still physically and mentally capable of doing so. Most types of power of attorney allow you to handle...
How can you avoid estate planning mistakes?
You probably already know how important having an estate plan is. However, ensuring the plan is valid and legally binding is equally so. According to U.S. News & World Report, there are lots of common estate planning mistakes to avoid. Here are a few of those...
