HELPING NEVADA FAMILIES WITH ESTATE PLANNING, ELDER LAW AND GUARDIANSHIP

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Don’t Let Your Estate Plan Be a Surprise: Why Talking to Your Family Matters

March 26, 2026
Many people carefully draft wills and trusts but never discuss them with their loved ones.  However, silence can create confusion, resentment,…
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Inherited Real Estate Taxes: What Heirs Need to Know

March 3, 2026
Inherited real estate taxes work differently than most people expect. When you inherit property in Nevada, you typically don't pay taxes on receiving…
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Executor of a Will: What It Means, Duties, and What to Expect

February 10, 2026
When someone passes away, their estate doesn't just take care of itself. Someone has to step in to manage their financial affairs, pay their…
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Durable Power of Attorney: Everything You Need To Know

September 4, 2025
The Durable Power of Attorney for Financial Matters (“DPOA”) is an immensely important part of every estate plan.
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what is a living trust

Living Trust vs. Will: What is the Difference?

August 20, 2025
Let’s face it. Nobody wakes up excited to plan their estate. But the truth is, getting your affairs in order is one of the most thoughtful…
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What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Nevada?

July 26, 2025
Thinking about death is not exactly fun. But if you have ever wondered what would happen to your money, your home, your personal property or…
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Scams on Seniors Remains a Growing Problem

July 18, 2025
In October 2024 the United State Department of Justice released its Annual Report to Congress on Department of Justice Activities to Combat Elder…
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Naming Alternate Beneficiaries

The Importance of Naming Alternate Beneficiaries in Your Estate Plan

November 14, 2024
A “will” or “trust” is an essential part of your estate plan. However, without the guidance of an experienced estate planning attorney,…
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Common Mistake in Estate Plans

Cameras Permitted in Skilled Nursing Care Facilities

August 6, 2024
Arranging for the transfer of a loved one into a nursing facility can be an overwhelming task.  The anxiety, in part, is due to the fact that…
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Even Married Spouses Need a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions

April 22, 2024
Marriage alone does not always grant a spouse full legal authority to make medical decisions in every situation. A durable power of attorney…
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How to Get Guardianship of an Elderly Parent

April 17, 2024
Guardianship of a parent gives you legal authority to make health care and financial decisions when your parent can no longer do so safely. In…
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Green Alternatives to Cremation

Green Alternatives to Cremation

January 23, 2024
On May 30, 2023, Governor Lombardo approved AB 289 offering another alternative to traditional cremation. The new law broadens the state’s…
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New Alzheimer's Drug Approved by FDA

New Alzheimer’s Drug Approved by FDA

October 20, 2023
Having an effective estate plan, or updating an existing plan, must be completed while you have the requisite capacity or the changes could be…
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Transferring Guardianships From Another State to Nevada

August 24, 2023
Here's what catches people off guard: you're appointed guardian in one state, everything's working fine, and then you need to move to Nevada.…
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Trust protector

Is Your Trust Protected By Superman?

August 18, 2023
You may not need a superhero to watch over your trust but you should be aware of the next best thing - the Trust Protector. The revocable living…
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Updating Your Estate Plan After Divorce: Why It's Essential

April 13, 2023
Jon Peters is a movie producer associated with many well-known projects including A Star Is Born, Batman, Man of Steel, The Color Purple, and…
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living will vs will

What's the difference between a Will and a Living Will?

March 22, 2022
Although these documents sound the same, they serve completely different functions and are both important and necessary parts of your estate…
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Power of Attorney Nevada

Important Changes to Power of Attorney Nevada Laws

December 10, 2021
In 2019 the Nevada Legislature enacted several bills having a significant impact regarding the laws pertaining to durable powers of attorney…
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