by Julie Hall | Jan 25, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
It is never easy to talk with your parents about future issues. Here are some conversation starters that will make it more comfortable for you and your parents. “Mom, you’ve been such a great help to me over the years. I don’t know what I’d...
by Julie Hall | Jan 4, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog, Vultures
You can count on Murphy’s Law when dealing with heirlooms and dividing estate contents — something almost always goes wrong! I’ve had a front seat for nearly 20 years, and seen more than my share of serious feuds, estrangements, the...
by Julie Hall | Jan 4, 2010 | Dealing with Stuff, Distribution, Plan Ahead, The Estate Lady Blog
We spend a lifetime collecting and caring for heirlooms, yet we rarely take the time to make a plan for them once we pass away. We allow our children to fight over them, instead of making wish lists and talking with them about their wishes. Some will argue that...
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...
