by Twyla Sketchley | Mar 2, 2017 | Attorney, Caregivers
March is Women’s History Month. It is a time when we celebrate women’s contribution to history, culture, and society. While we celebrate women’s contributions, it is also a time to look at the impact of the sexism that still exists in our society...
by Twyla Sketchley | Dec 25, 2016 | Estate Planning
While an inheritance is nothing more than the transfer of property or money to a beneficiary, many clients hope it will enhance the beneficiary’s life well into the future. Clients may wish to secure basic necessities for a child. They may want to ensure it...
by Twyla Sketchley | Dec 19, 2016 | Estate Planning
Each new year Medicare premiums, Social Security earnings, tax limits, and the minimum wage change. The same will happen on January 1, 2017. Here is a summary of the important numbers you need for your retirement, estate planning, and special needs planning:...
by Twyla Sketchley | Dec 12, 2016 | Disability
An ABLE account is a special savings account for people with disabilities created by the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE) of 2014. The purpose of these accounts is to allow people with disabilities to save money in a tax-favored way without jeopardizing...
by Twyla Sketchley | Sep 11, 2016 | Estate Planning
I give a lot of community presentations estate planning. At these presentations, the most common question get is: Can I use internet forms to do my estate planning? The answer I give in my presentation is from the old Fram Oil Filter commercial: “The choice is...
by Twyla Sketchley | Aug 21, 2016 | Estate Planning
In life we passionately support the charities we love. However, we often believe we can no longer do so after we die. A common misunderstanding is that one must be wealthy to leave money to a charity in an estate plan. When I ask my clients about leaving money to...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 17, 2016 | Exploitation, Resources
After natural disasters, unlicensed contractors and scammers come into the affected areas. Many promise quick repairs, discount prices, or unobtainable results. Be skeptical. It is often impossible for people to promise immediate clean-up and debris removal in the...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 11, 2016 | ADA, Caregivers, Disability
Sixty percent of Americans own some type of pet. These furry family members bring us happiness, assistance, and support. Pet safety is essential during a hurricane. If you own a pet, comfort animal or a service animal, it is essential that you have a disaster plan...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 7, 2016 | Disability, Estate Planning, Nursing Home, Resources
Floridians think about hurricane preparedness from June 1 through November 30 each year. Special news casts alert residents to the need for survival kits. Each named storm puts a new set of communities in its path on alert for floods, winds and storm warnings. We...
by Twyla Sketchley | Jul 5, 2016 | Caregivers, Disability
With hurricane season in full swing in Florida and throughout the south, families caring for elders and loved ones with disabilities need to be prepared. There are three phases to hurricane readiness: Before the Hurricane: Have a plan for you, your family, and your...
