Assuring children have financial security throughout their lives is a critical duty. It is even more vital when the offspring bear special needs. Fortunately, setting aside money for a child with challenges can be easy. This is especially true if one embarks on the...
Estate Planning
Will a deed be enough to gain ownership of a home?
Buying a new home in Delaware may complete your plans for a comfortable retirement. Acquiring a house deed can establish that you fully own your new residence. However, this is only if the title to your home is clear of any problems. To understand why a deed may not...
What is risk of loss, and how can it affect a home buyer?
A home is typically a person's most significant investment. In fact, many people still view real estate as a wealth-building tool. To protect all parties in the process, numerous laws govern transactions, and there is substantial paperwork. However, an accident could...
Choosing the right trust
While not always easy to think about, adults of any age need to start thinking about wills and estate planning. For people who have already acquired property and other assets, ensuring what you built goes where you want remains key. Depending on your situation,...
Is your executor up for the job?
An executor should know you well, understand what you want, and be able to serve in your best interest after your death. However, they also need to have a number of other skills, because the job itself is quite demanding. Do they have the right communication skills?...
What do estate executors do?
When choosing your executor, you likely want to go for someone that you know well. However, what you should be aiming for is someone who can stand up to the responsibilities that the role entails. Estate executors actually do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to an...
What are the most common types of elder abuse?
If your loved one enters a care facility or has at-home caregivers, you expect that he or she will receive optimal care. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Abusers may target members of the vulnerable population. In Delaware, an older adult who relies on the...
3 things to know about funeral trusts
If you have ever had to bury a loved one, you probably already know just how expensive funerals can be. Indeed, according to Bankrate, the average burial in Delaware costs nearly $8,000. Funerals with cremations are cheaper, but they still cost roughly $7,000. It...
Estate plan updates to make when moving to Delaware
Every year, people from all over the Mid-Atlantic region move to Delaware. Whether it's to be closer to loved ones or to take advantage of our low taxes, Delaware can be an excellent place to retire. Moving to a new state means a lot of changes in your life. That...
Do’s and do not’s for selling a home
Get your sold sign ready. Buy that bottle of champagne. Following these tips can help you sell your house like a pro so you can get right to the celebration. Do not do significant renovations Major renovations will likely not bring about a great return on investment....
