On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Nov 21, 2019 | Estate Planning
While studies show six out of every 10 American adults do not have an estate plan in place, the news is more alarming for millennials. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) says 78% of millennials lack basic strategies, such as a will or living trust. Too...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Nov 1, 2019 | Estate Planning, Wills
An advance directive or a living will outlines how you wish to receive care if you are nearing the end of life or are incapacitated and cannot make decisions on your own. This legal document also lets you choose a person who is lawfully allowed to make health care...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Oct 30, 2019 | Estate Planning, Wills
Many people often overlook the importance of having a will, especially younger individuals. When someone does have a will, they may stash it somewhere safe and never update it. This can be almost as problematic as not having a will in the first place. Life moves fast,...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Sep 20, 2019 | Estate Planning
Too many people have a negative reaction to the idea of power of attorney documents. While it is true that predatory individuals can, theoretically, use a power of attorney as a means to gain control over or manipulate someone else, in reality, these documents...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Aug 30, 2018 | Estate Planning
If you have grandparents or parents in their golden years, you are likely acutely aware of the importance of having a will or estate plan in place. Chances are good that your loved one has already taken the time to arrange for the disposition of their assets after...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Mar 3, 2018 | Estate Planning
You love your romantic partner dearly, but you also know that marriages can end in divorce. As such, you’re concerned that your child could have his or her inheritance compromised if you and your spouse part ways in the future. Fortunately, there are multiple...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Feb 1, 2018 | Estate Planning
As you get older, the idea of having a nest egg of money is more and more appealing. You don’t want to run out in early retirement, and you always want to have a little stash of cash for expected expenses and rainy days. There are many things you can do to keep...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Jan 5, 2018 | Estate Planning
The decision to place your money and assets into an irrevocable trust is a serious one. That’s because you will not be able to modify, change or revoke your irrevocable trust after you have created and funded it. The assets will be managed the way you’ve...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Nov 17, 2017 | Estate Planning
Living wills are important documents that you should understand thoroughly. These documents, also known as a directive to physicians or health care directives, contain your wishes for what you’d like to see happen if you’re injured and unable to express...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Sep 15, 2017 | Estate Planning
You might think that only wealthy people need to create an estate plan, but that thought can end up harming you and your family in the long run. Every adult, regardless of age or social status, should have an estate plan in place. An estate plan requires more than...
