by Julie Hall | Dec 29, 2009 | Great Depression, Lessons Learned from Seniors, The Estate Lady Blog
It was a spontaneous invitation from my mother to attend their senior holiday dance and party. I was out of state visiting them and I obliged her request. How much fun could it really be with everyone so advanced in years? The club house was nothing fancy —...
by Julie Hall | Dec 21, 2009 | Plan Ahead, Protect your Parents, The Estate Lady Blog
Many of us will gather with close family at Christmas and/or New Years. You may want to observe your parents, or other close relatives, and take note of any new signs of the aging process. Some of these signs, if occurring infrequently, are no cause for panic. These...
by Julie Hall | Dec 14, 2009 | Dealing with Stuff, For executors, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady, The Estate Lady Blog
This has been a growing year for me, a chance to help people understand the necessity of preparation before death, and help avoid battles over stuff after death. I have accumulated a wealth of suggestions, gleaned from nearly 20 years of experience handling personal...
by Julie Hall | Dec 7, 2009 | Great Depression, The Estate Lady Blog
Ever since I was a little girl, I have listened to stories my father told about the Great Depression. Admittedly, I only half listened because I had trouble believing the stories of trudging through 5 miles of snow to school every day. Surely, he must be...
by Julie Hall | Nov 30, 2009 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
“When the boat reaches midstream, it is too late to mend the leaks.” — A Chinese proverb Mary was 96 years old and had a lovely 3 bedroom home filled with antiques passed down from previous generations. With great pride, Mary had done everything...
