Social Security Disability claims are a government maze, but it is possible to be approved at the first application level. Here are 5 tips that will help you navigate the Social Security disability process. Keep copies of everything Keep a copy of your application, as...
Year: 2015
What Do You Need In Addition To A Will? (Part II)
In the previous article, we covered the Durable Power of Attorney (DPA), which allows you to appoint someone to take over your financial affairs should you become incompetent, even temporarily. This week’s topic is the “Living Will”. A Living Will allows a person to...
What Do You Need In Addition To A Will? (Part 1)
Almost everyone is familiar with a “Will”, but a Will is not the only document you need. A Will operates only after a person’s death; however, there are documents that are extremely important to have if you become disabled, even temporarily. If you were to be severely...
The Basic Terms Of A Will (Part 2)
The previous article covered some of the basic terms of a Will; this article will complete the discussion of basic Will terms. (NH). Guardian for Minor Children: If you have children under the age of 18, you can appoint a guardian in your will to care for them if you...
The Basic Terms Of A Will (Part 1)
This week’s article covers the basic content of a Will* The Preamble: Most wills have a “preamble” (or introduction), which refers to the Testator** (person making the will) being of sound mind, and revoking all prior Wills. The statement about “being of sound mind”...
What Is A Will?
There has always been a great deal of mystery about wills and estates. In this first post, we will talk about what a will is, and what it is not. First of all, the laws of each state differ concerning wills; to minimize confusion, we will focus on New Hampshire law....