It is important to make sure your parents have talked to Indianapolis estate planning attorneys if they are getting older. While it can be a sensitive subject to bring up this issue with your parents, both you and your parents could be put into a difficult and complicated situation if your parents do not have the right plans in place in case they get sick or for after their death. Frank & Kraft is here and ready to provide families with the assistance they need to make … [Read more...] about Have Your Parents Talked to Indianapolis Estate Planning Attorneys?
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What are the Advantages of an Irrevocable Trust?
An irrevocable trust is a specific type of trust that you can create. When you make an irrevocable trust, you lose control over the assets that you transfer to the trust. You can't just change or modify the trust at will, and you can't end the trust whenever you want to. You also no longer own the assets that you have put into the irrevocable trust -- the trust is the owner of the money or property. The loss of control over your wealth is what makes an irrevocable trust … [Read more...] about What are the Advantages of an Irrevocable Trust?
What Can an Indianapolis Living Trust Attorney Do For You?
An Indianapolis living trust attorney can provide you with invaluable help as you plan for your future. When you are considering how to protect your assets, provide for your family, and ensure you have taken control over your future, you should strongly consider reaching out to an attorney with experience creating trusts in order to find out if a trust is right for you. Frank & Kraft has provided assistance to many individuals and families with identifying the legal tools that … [Read more...] about What Can an Indianapolis Living Trust Attorney Do For You?
How Indianapolis Elder Law Attorneys Help You Prepare for Retirement Security
If you are thinking ahead about retirement, it is a good idea to talk with Indianapolis elder law attorneys. At Frank & Kraft, our experienced legal team can help you to take steps to ensure that you have as much financial security as possible during your golden years. You should reach out to us as soon as possible in your career so we can provide you with advice appropriate to the life stage you're currently in. Making advance plans to prepare for retirement is key … [Read more...] about How Indianapolis Elder Law Attorneys Help You Prepare for Retirement Security
Do you Need To Go Through Probate If There is a Will?
Understanding the laws applicable to wills and probate is very important both when you are making an estate plan and when your loved one has passed away. It is especially essential to know that when assets are left to heirs or beneficiaries in a will, those assets typically must pass through the probate process. The probate process can be a time consuming and costly one, so those who are going through probate should make certain they're represented by … [Read more...] about Do you Need To Go Through Probate If There is a Will?
What Are The Rules of Intestacy?
If you do not put plans in place for who inherits after your death, the rules of intestacy apply. You may not want intestacy law to determine who inherits your money and property because you may have different plans for how your wealth should be distributed after you have died. Unfortunately, unless you make an estate plan that includes at least a last will and testament so you can make your preferences known, intestacy law may govern what happens to the money and property … [Read more...] about What Are The Rules of Intestacy?
Fast Facts About Indianapolis Probate
Indianapolis probate needs to take place after most deaths. If you are planning ahead for what happens after you pass away, you need to know about Indianapolis probate. If your loved one has died, you also need to know about the probate process so you are fully prepared for what you can expect after the death has occurred. Frank & Kraft can help. We know the ins-and-outs of probate law and we can provide representation during the estate planning process to help you … [Read more...] about Fast Facts About Indianapolis Probate
How Does a Veteran Qualify for Aid and Attendance?
A veterans benefits attorney at Frank & Kraft can provide personalized assistance to veterans and their families in taking steps to qualify for aid & attendance benefits. Veterans may be entitled to receive many important benefits as they age as a result of their selfless service. Many of these benefits can be invaluable to aging veterans who may need costly care when they develop age-related disabilities or become hurt or sick. Navigating the VA system to obtain … [Read more...] about How Does a Veteran Qualify for Aid and Attendance?
How Indianapolis Elder Law Lawyers Help You Prepare for the Future
Indianapolis elder law lawyers at Frank & Kraft can help you to make the type of plans you need to have a more secure future. No matter what your age or family situation, it is important that you use legal tools effectively to protect yourself and your loved ones. You want to put plans in place before it is too late and you lose control over your ability to leave the legacy that you desire. Frank & Kraft is here to help. We will work with you to customize a plan … [Read more...] about How Indianapolis Elder Law Lawyers Help You Prepare for the Future
90-Year-Old Loses Thousands in Phone Scam
An elder law attorney at Frank & Kraft can provide insight into the issue seniors face as they get older. One issue is that many seniors face a big risk of financial loss. This risk could come from many different sources. Seniors may need costly nursing home care that they end up having to pay for out-of-pocket if they do not have a Medicaid plan to get care covered; they could experience high healthcare bills that eat into their nest egg; or they could end up being victimized … [Read more...] about 90-Year-Old Loses Thousands in Phone Scam
