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Craig Watson on what happens if you don't have a power of attorney – LIVING WELL Magazine

January 2, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Craig Watson on what happens if you don't have a power of attorney – LIVING WELL Magazine

What Happens if You Don’t Have a Power of Attorney?
By Craig Watson, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
My spring 2011 article, which appeared in this column, extolled the benefits of a durable power of attorney (POA). Every estate plan should include a POA. […]

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Craig Watson on Planning to Avoid Probate – Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine

March 31, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off on Craig Watson on Planning to Avoid Probate – Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine

Planning to Avoid Probate and Guardianship without Using a Living Trust

Craig Watson, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine

Arvie is an 85-year-old widow in good health. She delights in her two adult children, who also enjoy a good relationship. Her will was drafted over a decade ago. She owns a house (debt free) and about $150,000 in cash. She has a long term care insurance policy in case she needs nursing home care. She wonders if she needs a power of attorney and a medical directive, so she schedules an appointment with an elder law attorney. […]