On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Mar 12, 2020 | Estate planning
One of the main goals of your estate plan likely is to pass wealth to your children and grandchildren in the most efficient and tax-advantageous ways. Often you can do this by establishing trusts for your children. They later establish trusts for their children, and...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Mar 9, 2020 | Estate planning
Estate plans are unique to every person. As you age and as you collect more assets, it is crucial that you have an end of life plan. Without one, your family members could wind up in probate or quarreling over what your wishes were. A plan provides your family with a...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Feb 11, 2020 | Estate planning
Will creation is an essential aspect of estate planning, especially when it comes to end-of-life matters. However, there are many other documents that will ensure you and your family are fully prepared should the unthinkable happen. The following documents are...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Jan 28, 2020 | Estate planning
Thanks to modern medicine and a wealth of easily accessible nutrients, Americans often live past the retirement age. While this means most Delaware residents can have long, active lives, it also increases the chance that you may need long-term care services later in...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Jan 22, 2020 | Estate planning
Perhaps not surprisingly, more than three out of every four Americans say having a will is important, but a 2019 Caring.com study shows only 40% of those taking part in the survey have an estate plan in place. People over 65 are the largest group – at 66%...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Jan 2, 2020 | Estate planning
On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act). The SECURE Act, which is effective January 1, 2020. The Act is the most impactful legislation affecting retirement accounts in decades. The SECURE...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Nov 18, 2019 | Estate planning
While no one likes to think about their own mortality, death is a fact of life, and end-of-life planning is a crucial part of financial planning regardless of your age or net worth. According to a recent Caring.com survey, only four out of every 10 American adults...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Nov 14, 2019 | Estate planning
As baby boomers begin to retire, the burden of making management decisions regarding their retirement assets may seem daunting. This is especially true for those who choose to forego using professional investment advisors and instead self-manage their assets. Despite...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Sep 14, 2019 | Estate planning
There are many things to consider as we age, and while the possibility of being mentally or physically incapacitated is difficult to think about, it is important to plan ahead. Having a plan in place for your medical care when you are no longer able to make your own...
On behalf of The Law Office of Denise D. Nordheimer, Esquire, LLC | Sep 14, 2019 | Estate planning
Working around an elderly loved one’s illnesses can be very stressful for the entire family. Across the United States, Delaware included, many people are dealing with elderly family members at the mercy of degenerative neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and...
