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If you’ve been thinking about retirement, helping aging parents, or planning for the next phase of life, now is the time to make sure your own affairs are in order. One of the most overlooked—but most critical—steps is creating or updating your estate planning documents.
It’s easy to put it off. Life is busy, and you may feel healthy and capable. But waiting to take action can carry real, lasting consequences for you and your family.
As an elder law attorney, one of the questions I often receive from clients planning for retirement or long-term care is about annuities—what they are, how they work, and whether they’re a good fit for their estate or Medicaid planning strategy.
What if the day comes when you or your spouse is no longer able to make decisions about your health, finances, or future? Whether due to illness, injury, or age, losing the ability to manage your affairs can happen unexpectedly. In estate planning, capacity is the key factor that determines whether you can create or update essential documents like a will or power of attorney. So, how do you know when it's too late to act, and what happens if you miss your chance? Let’s explore why planning ahead is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones.
