Why is it important to have a will?
- Help your family know what your wishes are.
- Help you allocate your properties to those you choose.
- Elect someone to handle your affairs after you pass on.
- Establishes legal guardianship of your children who are minors.
Why is it important to have a power of attorney?
- Ability to appoint someone you trust to make decisions for you rather than a court.
- Helping family members to discuss wishes and make critical decisions.
- Prevents delays in planning for asset protection.
Why is it important to have a Health Care Directive?
- In the event where you become incapacitated, health care directive (AKA advance directive), can help you express your wishes in terms of critical decisions and plans, so your loved ones don’t have to make that tough decision for you.
- Gives your loved ones peace of mind, minimizes stress, and avoids conflicts between family members over a single decision.
“Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.”