Product Description
While most people think estate planning is just worrying about assets or minimizing income and estate taxes, it is much more than that. Estate planning is really about accomplishing your goals during your life and beyond. Estate Planning for People with a Chronic Condition or Disability by Martin M. Shenkman is the first comprehensive guide on the subject written specifically for those living with a chronic disease or disability. It covers topics such as: How to write your will; Naming a power of attorney; Determining how much life insurance your family needs; Figuring out whether you need a living trust; When to work with a lawyer, if you need to, and much, much more!
Estate Planning for People with a Chronic Condition or Disability
As someone who works at a disease research foundation and regularly interacts with people facing Parkinson’s disease, I was impressed with this very readable introduction to estate planning for the chronically ill. Regarding issues ranging from living wills to charitable planning, this book will prove indispensable to those living with a chronic illness and estate planning professionals alike.
Rating: 5 / 5
This book is incredibly important. As a lawyer for people with chronic illnesses, I know how often I get questions about estate planning that directly relate to their illnesses. Martin Shenkman has put together a really thorough and important primer for lay people that’s easy to understand and to follow.
Rating: 5 / 5