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What Are the Different Types of Power of Attorney in Virginia?
When it comes to securing your peace of mind about your future, one of the most vital estate planning documents you can have is the Power of Attorney (POA). In Virginia, a POA is someone you trust who has the authority to make decisions on your behalf under specific circumstances. Circumstances can include managing… Read More »
Types of Pet Trusts in Virginia
We recently did a general article on pet trusts, what they are, and why they’re important. But did you know that there were multiple types of pet trusts in Virginia? Probably not. In this article, the Law Office of Angela N. Manz will discuss the different types of pet trusts and how to establish… Read More »
Do I Need a Will if I Established a Trust in Virginia?
Trusts are important estate planning tools, but they don’t completely eliminate the need for a will in Virginia. Often, having both a will and a trust can give you considerably more control over what happens to your assets when you die. In this article, the Virginia Beach elder law attorneys at the Law Office… Read More »
What is a Letter of Intent for an Estate Plan?
Estate plans generally include several documents such as a trust, a power of attorney, and a will. While these documents outline your legal and financial directives, they don’t establish why you set up your estate plan. This can be achieved with a letter of intent which offers an opportunity to share additional instructions, outline… Read More »
Key Components of a Letter of Intent
A letter of intent is an informal estate planning document that allows you to make your wishes known to your heirs. Unlike wills and trusts, it is not a formal legal document but a message to your loved ones concerning your estate plan and the decisions you made while creating it. In our last… Read More »
Why You Should Draft a Living Will Sooner Rather Than Later
Most folks have strong opinions about the kind of medical care they will receive if they should become incapacitated but aren’t aware they have the power to put those wishes into a legal document. A living will discusses whether or not you want every measure taken to save your life (such as the DNR… Read More »
Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Estate planning is of vital importance even for the young. It’s something everyone should do to protect themselves while they are still alive. It ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death and it will prevent your family from fighting over your estate. You never know when you’re going to… Read More »
Can the Presence of Belly Fat Predict the Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease?
As our knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease grows, medical researchers have tried to find more ways to predict the onset of Alzheimer’s in patients. Alzheimer’s is a condition that slowly erodes the brain’s function leading to memory loss, mood disturbances, and behavior changes. Recent research indicates that a physical precursor of the disease might manifest… Read More »
Can Learning a Second Language Help Slow the Progression of Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline and damaged cognitive abilities. Biologically, it can be seen through the buildup of harmful proteins and brain atrophy. However, a recent study published in the journal Bilingualism: Language and Cognition revealed a factor that may inhibit the decline brought about by Alzheimer’s disease and… Read More »
Study: Older Adults in Poor Physical and Mental Health are More Apt to Feel Lonely
JAMA Network Open recently published a study indicating that there were high rates of loneliness and social isolation among older adults, especially those who reported that they had poor physical and mental health. Adults between the ages of 50 and 80 often report social isolation and loneliness. In 2018, 33.9% of the survey’s respondents… Read More »