Many people get uncomfortable when contemplating what will happen to them and their assets once they pass away. Estate planning is not necessarily the most pleasant task, but it is imperative to protecting your family and ens...
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Category: Estate Planning
Want to Protect Your Estate from Medicaid?
In the United States, too few people don’t think about long-term care planning until it’s already too late. This is probably because the cost of assisted living, nursing homes, and the like are prohibitively expensive for m...
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Items to Review in an Estate Plan Checkup
Think about how much your life has changed over the past few years. Now, consider how long it’s been since you looked over your estate plan. Estate planning is an essential preparative measure as you grow older. However, it&#...
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Do You Have These 4 Documents in Your Estate Plan?
Our reliable attorneys at Kitzke & Canfield LLC are here to help clients throughout Wisconsin get their legal affairs in order so that they know their loved ones will be protected if they pass away or become incapacitated. ...
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Understanding What Makes Elder Law Attorneys Different
Advocating for the Elderly and Their Loved Ones Many misunderstand what an elder law attorney does, how their practice can differ from other lawyers, and why retaining the services of one may be beneficial to them or their love...
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What You Need To Know About Medicare Eligibility at 65
Medicare is a government-funded federal health insurance plan intended for senior citizens and the disabled, but not everyone qualifies for coverage automatically. If you’re approaching the age of 65, then you need to learn m...
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Red Flags With Online Estate Planning Documents
When our lawyers at Kitzke & Canfield, LLC meet with new clients, part of our review process is to inquire if they already have an estate plan in place. Our goal is to ensure our clients’ financial well-being is protect...
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Digital & Online Estate Planning: Why You Still Need to Consult with a Lawyer
The Wall Street Journal recently published an article about the different ways to conduct your estate planning matters online and digitally without having to meet with a lawyer. While this might seem like great news given th...
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Drafting Your Estate Plan During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Our lawyers at Kitzke & Canfield LLC know that adjusting to life during a pandemic has many people asking themselves whether they are really prepared for the unexpected. With deaths from coronavirus rising every day, it’s...
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Is It the Right Time to Do Medicaid Planning?
Our dedicated team of estate planning attorneys at Kitzke & Canfield LLC often receive calls from clients and their loved ones because they are concerned about Medicaid planning. The most common question we are asked rega...
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What You Need to Know About Pet Trusts
Pets are like family to us, but when it comes to the law, they are generally seen as property, much like a vehicle or a valuable piece of jewelry. Therefore, although you might want to leave money for your pets to ensure their ...
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Using This Time to Talk About Estate Planning
Starting Estate Planning with an Open Conversation The most effective estate plans are those that begin with an open conversation with all parties involved. In the typical estate plan, you should think about what property and a...
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