You do not have to be rich or young to have an estate. Estate is a legal term used to describe what you own. Estate planning is for individuals of any age and of any means. It is the means by which you evaluate your wealth and determine how to preserve it for yourself as you grow older and then for your family after you have died. You can review your will or trust over the years and make changes when necessary. A number of estate planning vehicles are available to facilitate your needs and goals.
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People are living longer. The 2000 census reports that the number of persons 65 years of age and over is expected to double by the year 2030 and the fastest growing segment of the population today consists of people who are 85 years of age and older. AARP has completed several studies on the aging population and states that "About one in every eight, or 12.4 percent, of the population is an older American and that persons reaching age 65 have an average life expectancy of an additional 18.5 years."
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Let the Grandparents Drive! posted: 2011-12-09 13:11:18 According to research at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the risk of injury to children in car crashes was 50% lower when grandparents were behind the wheel. "It was the exact opposite of what we expected to find," says Fred Henretig, lead author of the study and a staff physician in the emergency department at the hospital. "(Why) is the million-dollar question." Henretig speculates that the reason might be quite simple: "Grandparents, when they have the opportunity to interact with their grandchildren find that to be the primary focus of their time together," he says. "They're perhaps not as distracted by trying to do a million errands, or get the dinner on the table, or wonder about their response to the latest e-mail.” Thanks to Lisa Carper, Reverse Mortgage Consultant MetLife Home Loans for this information. Click for more ...

Our law practice represents both large and small land development companies. If you are involved in real estate planning, acquisition, approvals, and construction, we will help your development comply with all applicable land use requirements.
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Starting a successful business requires more than just a good idea and enough money to operate. We provide the sound legal advice that you need to be a successful business owner.
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