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Why You Can't Find a Doctor Who Specializes in Caring for Older Adults
Geriatricians, the doctors who specialize in caring for older adults, are in short supply — and the numbers are going down.

Kinds of Trusts
There are a number of different kinds of trusts, but they fall into two basic categories: testamentary and inter vivos.

How to Divide Up Personal Possessions Without Dividing the Family
Allocating your personal possessions can be one of the most difficult tasks when creating an estate plan. To avoid family feuds after you are gone, it is important to have a plan and make your wishes clear.

Single? You Still Need an Estate Plan
Many people incorrectly believe that if they are single, they do not need a will or other estate planning documents.

Medicare Open Enrollment Starts October 15: Is It Time to Change Plans?
Medicare's Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15 to December 7. Now is the time to check whether your current choices are still the best ones for you.

Will Electronic Wills Be the New Normal?
More and more transactions are done digitally, but estate planning has lagged behind technology. That may be changing.