There is a misconception that Alzheimer's is untreatable. While a cure has not yet been developed, there are medications and other treatment strategies that may help a person stay independent for a while longer and relieve some of the symptoms of the disease. The...
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Considering a slow transition to retirement
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Feb 5, 2016 | Estate Planning
While we talk a lot about things such as wills and trusts when discussing estate planning, your estate plans should be relevant to your entire life. How do you plan to live in later years, and how will you finance your lifestyle? What are your preferences for health...
Estate plans, assets and insurance must all be considered
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Jan 22, 2016 | Estate Planning
Once you have taken the step to create an estate plan, you should realize that you aren't done with the estate planning process. You will have to go through your estate plan periodically to ensure that your plan is up-to-date. In fact, you will also have to make sure...
Daughter seeks damages after show uses mom’s lyrics
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Jan 1, 2016 | Estate Planning
Last week, we discussed a case that involved the heirs to comedians Abbot and Costello and a lost bid to seek damages from a play allegedly using the duo's material. This week, another estate case is making headlines with regard to creative material, but the author of...
Caring for pets in late life and beyond
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Dec 18, 2015 | Estate Planning
Pets can be wonderful companions for individuals who are in later years of life. Individuals or couples who live alone after children have left the nest often seek comfort and companionship from dogs, cats and other pets. But experts note that when you have a pet in...
Does your estate plan deliver emotional well-being?
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Dec 4, 2015 | Estate Planning
In an article for Money, financial adviser Rick Kahler notes that professionals should seek to help clients with emotional well-being as well as financial well-being. That doesn't mean financial advisers should offer therapy sessions -- they aren't qualified for that....
Sentimental value may cause your heirs to fight over possessions
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Oct 30, 2015 | Estate Planning
When you think of your heirs fighting over your estate in Texas—something it is always best to avoid—you probably assume they'll be fighting over bank accounts, retirement funds or valuable real estate. Essentially, it seems they'd fight over the things...
What do health, retirement, and estate planning have in common?
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Oct 16, 2015 | Estate Planning
While many Texans might realize the need to have a will or other estate documents in order, they might not realize how integrated many aspects of life are with estate planning. For example, health concerns and retirement go right along with estate planning when you...
Let your estate plan be a map to guide your loved ones
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 27, 2015 | Estate Planning
Estate plans outline what will happen to all your things when you die. Without this estate plan, you are said to die intestate, which means the state will dictate who gets what based on a predetermined list. We know that you don't want to just leave your estate to...
Why should I consider using trusts in an estate plan?
On Behalf of Wright Abshire, Attorneys, A Professional Corporation | Aug 20, 2015 | Estate Planning
A lot of thought goes into your estate plan. You have to do more than just write down who gets what when you are creating an estate plan. In some cases, using a will in conjunction with trusts will help you to get your estate set up so it can be disbursed as you want...
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