The majority of Americans understand the function of a last will and testament, even if they do not have one themselves. However, the function of living trusts in a complete estate planning package is often a mystery. The reality is that living trusts can help your...

When you work on your Ohio estate plan, you may want to use several estate planning tools and methods to maintain control over certain affairs and maximize how much you have to leave behind for your loved ones. When transferring assets to loved ones, you may want to...

You know how you want to divide your assets among your adult children, but you have not yet told your beneficiaries and heirs what they should expect for their inheritance. How do you overcome this obstacle? Kiplinger provides tips for talking to your kids about money...

Joint ownership of property doesn't always address all the issues when one spouse dies. That's why it is so important for Ohio residents to make sure they have all the documents they need during their estate planning. Joint property is not a replacement for a will...

There are many factors involved in creating a solid estate plan. The process can become quite complex depending on how much property you own or how many assets you have. Complications can also arise because of family. If your loved ones dispute the provisions in your...

There really is no mystery involved when it comes to writing an estate plan. Some Ohio residents may be put off by estate planning for a myriad of reasons, one of which includes the belief that it can be overly complicated. There are some people who are integral to...

If you or a family member is nearing retirement age, you should start thinking about Medicaid eligibility. You can qualify for this type of health insurance when you reach age 65 and meet financial guidelines.  Review the details about Ohio Medicaid eligibility and...

People work hard for their money, and most take pride in being able to leave something to their loved ones one day. When Ohio residents do their estate planning, they likely want to be able to keep as much money in their family as possible and not swallowed up by...

Death isn't particularly a great topic for discussion around the dinner table. However, Ohio residents who are thinking about estate planning might consider doing what many others have been doing, and that's hosting a dinner party for family and close friends to...

If you should get into an accident and sustain severe injuries, you may become unable to communicate your health care wishes to your doctor. If so, you should have a living will ready to assist you. Through a living will, you can convey how you want your doctors to...