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Greetings - Welcome to our firm's Blog! Curious to learn more about topics of interest in regards to Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning/Asset Protection and other elder law matters in general? Be sure to check out our online blog! 

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Prefer to listen to podcasts on the go instead? Our newest media offering from the firm is an ongoing podcast put out by Robert and Cricket Haley, called 'Aging Intelligently'. 

Welcome to Aging Intelligently, where we walk with you down the path of getting older and together, climb those obstacles that seem insurmountable. Information and preparation can change your perception of aging. To learn more, we invite you to also check out our Aging Intelligently website, located here.

Certified Elder Law Attorney®, Robert W. Haley, and his wife, Cricket, a Certified Elder Care Manager, share their journey from fat to fabulous. They discuss their research, personal experience and interview other experts in the fields of Elder Law, Care Management, Finance, Nutrition, Fitness, and even Travel, so you too, can be holistically well and secure wherever life's path may lead.

*This podcast is accessible through many applications, including AppleSpotify, Anchor, Breaker and Google podcastsSubscribes Welcome! 

Blog Articles

What are the Most Important Estate Planning Documents for Seniors?

When it comes to death and disability, your will alone might not be enough.
06/11/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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When Should I Update My Will?

There are some obvious triggers that might prompt you to update your will, such as changes in health or marital status. There are, however, also some not-so-obvious ones to be aware of, according to financial planners and attorneys.
06/10/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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How Do I Create a Trust?

Trust funds are an important estate planning tool. They can protect your assets while you’re alive and help ensure that you leave money to your children or other loved ones after you die.
06/09/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What about House Contents when Someone Dies?

It is quite a tragedy when a loved one passes away. You may want to remember them by keeping sentimental objects from their home, or perhaps they wanted you to inherit a specific item.
06/08/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Is a Roth Conversion a Good Idea when the Market Is Down?

Soaring inflation, interest rate hikes and the war in Ukraine have sparked ongoing stock market volatility. However, there may be a bright spot: the chance to save money on a Roth conversion.
06/07/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Local Law Firm Gives Clients Peace of Mind

(Interview courtesy of the Chatham-Star Tribune) For over a quarter-century, Robert Haley has been assisting Southside Virginia residents with estate planning and a wide variety of additional legal services. The Estate and Elder Law Center currently has offices in Bassett (3371 Fairystone Park Highway), as well as Danville (742 Main Street). The firm is also expanding its services to assist residents in the Lynchburg area.
06/06/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Can I Avoid Disagreements in My Family about Mom’s Caregiving?

Family members of all kinds have fought over money matters since time immemorial, but it may be worse for cash-strapped caregiving families. The costs of caregiving activities, including hiring aides, buying supplies, and covering medical and pharmacy copays, negatively affect family caregivers’ pocketbooks and morale.
06/04/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Join our Facebook Live Segment with Robert W. Haley, June 6th at 5pm!

 We are happy to announce a new upcoming and reoccurring Facebook Live that will be taking place by the Managing Attorney Robert W. Haley, with his wife and firm administrator Cricket Haley.  This segment will be starting this coming Monday on June 6 at 5 pm and taking place at that same time every other […]
06/03/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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How Do I Conduct an Estate Inventory?

What's Included in an Estate Inventory?
06/03/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What are Benefits of Pre-Planning My Funeral?

Questions around death planning can feel overwhelming: Cremation or burial or natural organic reduction? What will your family want, and what will it cost? Do you really need to think about all this if you're young and healthy right now—or can you put off these decisions until you're older or dealing with a life-threatening illness?
06/02/22 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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