by fawcettlaw | Aug 11, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Perhaps the most difficult part of the estate planning process is overcoming procrastination and scheduling that initial consultation. For the best results, you need to deal with an attorney who provides estate planning services on a regular basis. When you call to...
by fawcettlaw | Aug 4, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Clinical depression in the elderly is common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Late-life depression affects about 6 million Americans age 65 and older. But only 10% receive treatment for depression. Depression in the elderly is also frequently confused...
by fawcettlaw | Jul 24, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Walking is one of the easiest and most popular forms of exercise. You can do it anywhere, at any time. And, walking doesn’t require any special equipment or training, just a comfortable pair of shoes. Do it for the Health of It. Regular exercise such as walking...
by fawcettlaw | Jul 17, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
A reverse mortgage is a special type of home loan that lets a homeowner convert the equity in his/her home to cash. The lender loans money to the borrower age 62 or older using the borrower’s home as security. The loans may be dispersed in a lump sum, monthly...
by fawcettlaw | Jul 11, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Many people like the idea of leaving bequests to favorite charities in their wills. But instead of leaving money to a charity in your will, you can put that money into a charitable remainder trust and collect income while you are still alive. Charitable remainder...
by fawcettlaw | Jul 3, 2014 | From the Desk of Myrna Fawcett
Important legal issues can affect people as they age, and people with special needs are growing in number. Our laws and regulations are becoming more complex, and each state has different laws. Actions taken with regard to a single matter may have unintended legal...
