Home Equity Conversion Mortgages

Home Equity Conversion Mortgages

Did you know you can utilize reverse mortgage financing to purchase a new home? The Federal Housing Administration and the Housing of Urban Development made this financing available in 2008. The FHA and HUD implemented this program to eliminate the need for borrowers...
What to Expect When Filing for Guardianship

What to Expect When Filing for Guardianship

1. Why are Guardianships Brought? There are many varied scenarios that might lead to the filing of a guardianship petition. Some seem very clear and the parties are in agreement about what has to happen. In other cases, it is not clear that the person who is the...
How Do I Know If I Need An Estate Plan?

How Do I Know If I Need An Estate Plan?

You might not realize how important having a will, powers of attorney, named guardians for your children or trusts are. You may have a lot of misconceptions about how things will play out when you die, or become incapacitated. You might think that just writing...
How To Create A Legal Will

How To Create A Legal Will

What are the pros and cons of creating your will online? Is a will created online actually considered a legal document? At what point is a will necessary? What is the typical process for creating a will, and what should be included? Jackie Cara, managing partner at...