Welcome to the Sivia Law March Newsletter, a monthly newsletter that discusses updates in the industry, news going on in the office, upcoming events and more.
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Calley Mize
This month, the spotlight is on Attorney Calley Mize. Since continuing her legal career at Sivia Law, she has added so much value to our team.
Calley's genuine attention to client needs, her eagerness to continue to expand her knowledge and her willingness to create new processes ultimately help us better serve our Estate Planning clients. We are so lucky to have her on our team!
Q: What Estate Planning Document Should Every American Have?
A: Estate planning can be a difficult and distressing operation for most, but it is a necessary action to make sure your assets are left to your loved ones.
Creating a complete estate plan contains numerous legal documents, such as a will, trust, and power of attorney. Nonetheless, most Americans tend to overlook one legal document when creating an estate plan--a health care directive.
A health care directive, also known as a medical power of attorney or living will, is a legal document that can guide you as you make decisions for caregivers in the case of illness or end of life decisions. It can also provide guidance on how the caregiver should take care of your body when you pass.
Creating a health care directive might be difficult for many, but it can help your loved ones make hard decisions in medical circumstances. To start creating a health care directive, you first need to choose an agent. The agent you choose will perform on your behalf and make the choices that are recorded in your estate plan. It is critical to pick someone who will honor your wishes and values.
It is important to be knowledgeable about your lease(s). They serve as a binding, legal agreement between the property owner and the tenant(s). You want to ensure that it thoroughly addresses the rules, policies, and conflict-resolution procedures for living in the rental property and clearly defines tenant and landlord responsibilities.
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The concern of knowing whether or not you have enough money to retire is a common one many people have. Retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make, so it is important to stay informed (maybe even hire a professional) and be wise with your money for this next stage in your life.
There are some tips to help you get on the path to a fulfilling retirement in our blog!
Many people have questions about long term care regarding Medicaid. We’ll be able to give a general rundown about the program’s eligibility requirements before you look into planning further.
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Parents of special needs children have a more complicated path when it comes to financial planning and security for retirement, all while considering the outside resources needed for their child when they finally reach retirement.
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