We used to think of predators as the unscrupulous who lurked in strange places looking for vulnerable children. Today, their targets have expanded to include another vulnerable, yet trusting group: senior citizens. Because so many seniors are so isolated and because they usually have steady income and other assets, they are particularly susceptible to crimes [...]
While many of us never want to fathom the thought of losing an elderly parent or relative, it’s the job of the rest of the family to make sure that all loose ends are tied up prior to any unforeseen event. So if you’re sensing that the time may be soon coming, or if you [...]
A power of attorney is a document that gives a designated person known as an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact” authority to act on behalf of another person (principal) with respect to specific assets, financial and legal decisions. A power of attorney can be limited in scope or broad in scope. If it is broad in scope [...]