Tag Archives: Estate Planning

Cost of Skilled Nursing and What to do?

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Rick Messemer

Why even discuss skilled nursing? There are some statistics that everyone needs to know. 1. At least 70% of people 65 years old and older will need some type of long term care in their lives.  Many will require Long Term Skilled Nursing … Continue reading →

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“Probate and Responsibilities of Estate Administrators in North Carolina”

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Rick Messemer

Overview of Probate / Estate Administration Typically, there are certain “standard” responsibilities an executor will need to go through, depending on the size, location and number of beneficiaries, this task can be rather simple, or extremely complex. One question the … Continue reading →

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An “Estate Plan”………. I don’t need one!

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Rick Messemer

So many people ask themselves –   “do I really need an estate plan?” The easiest way to answer this question is with several more questions: If I die without a will, what happens to my home, my money and how … Continue reading →

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Having “that talk”

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Rick Messemer

Having “that talk” is often a very difficult one to start.   First……….. who starts the conversation?  The parents? The Children?  Maybe it is a trusted advisor or attorney.   Here are some possible “starter” discussions:  Is there an acknowledgement that a … Continue reading →

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Giving away my home to the “kids”

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Rick Messemer

You own a home or possibly a family farm and you’ve heard it’s a good idea to “give it to the kids”.  Maybe this is a way to help your children before you spend all your assets on health care … Continue reading →

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