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These documents will give your family guidance and comfort when they need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

POWERS<\/h3>\n\n\n
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An advance directive or healthcare power of attorney is a legal document that provides loved ones and medical professionals a road map for your health care preferences should you ever be unable to make those decisions yourself. Appoint someone you trust to follow your wishes and give a copy to your hospital records department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, a financial power of attorney gives someone you choose the authority to handle your finances when you are not able to do so yourself. Appoint a capable and responsible individual you trust and share your wishes with that person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TRUST<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A trust spares your heirs from the inconvenience and cost of probate. Instead, it allows for the rapid and private transfer of assets to your heirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WILL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A will is subject to probate, (reviewed by the court), which is public and costs money and time. Consider attaching a list itemizing who is to receive any personal items not contained in your trust.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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