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5 Common Situations When an Estate Plan is Surprisingly Important
Not everyone recognizes the need for an estate plan. Contrary to popular opinion, estate planning is not reserved for only the wealthy or elderly. In fact, anyone who owns anything—a house, a car, a bank account…literally anything—should draft even a very simple...
What Does Long-Term Care Actually Cost?
Although no one likes to think about it, as your loved ones get older, there’s a good chance that they will need more intensive medical care. Whether that means having a home health aide look in on them a few times a week or moving them into a nursing home full-time,...
Preventing Falls in Nursing Homes: How to Ensure the Safety of Your Loved Ones
As an elder law and Medicaid planning attorney, I help a lot of families protect their assets from the cost of long-term care. However, I also care deeply that your loved ones are in good hands after they transition into a nursing home facility. If a loved one is...
The Difference Between a Power of Attorney, Guardianship and Conservatorship
A power of attorney (POA) and a guardianship/conservatorship are different types of legal arrangements, each of which dictates who will care for you and your estate if you become incapacitated. Although each of these arrangements has their place, having a durable...
Having Tough Conversations About Estate Planning… Without Ruining the Holidays
Estate planning conversations are usually tough and probably not top-of-mind as families gather for the holidays. Discussing death and finances are often two of the most uncomfortable topics for families to talk about. Not talking about them, however, can lead to...
5 Signs Your Parents May Soon Need More Healthcare Support
The holidays are a time for warm family gatherings and togetherness, but if your parents are beginning to age, it can also be a chance to check up on how they are faring. Being tuned in to the health of your aging loved ones is important. Taking note of any early...
Estate Planning for Blended Families
Congratulations on finding true love—again! Getting remarried opens the door to so many new and wonderful opportunities. Never mind the tax benefits—you have another chance to build a life with a perfect-for-you partner! And, if you or your new spouse have children—or...
Another Celebrity, Another Estate Planning Nightmare
Until a tragic car accident claimed her life in August 2022, Anne Heche was an Emmy award-winning actress, famous for her roles in big blockbuster hits such as as Donnie Brasco and I Know What You Did Last Summer. Well, Heche is back in the headlines again…but, this...
Queen Elizabeth’s School of Estate Planning: 3 Lessons to Learn
As you might imagine, the royal estate of Queen Elizabeth II was massive, with an estimated value of about $27 billion. Personally, the Queen’s net worth was around $500 million. The bottom line: a huge transfer of wealth is about to happen. The good news is that, as...
Who Holds the Power, and When? Beneficiary Designations vs. Wills
When it comes to estate planning, many people are content to draw up a will and leave it at that. That can be a big mistake. The fact is that a will is just one of many necessary estate planning tools, and if you ignore the other documents and designations, your...
Healthcare Proxy, Durable Power of Attorney & HIPAA Authorization: 3 Estate Planning Documents Your College Student Needs
As your child heads off to college, you may have a lot on your mind. Not only is the process of choosing and applying to college a stressful one, but the campus visits and Target shopping sprees in preparation for their segue into higher learning can leave you feeling...
Should I be Thinking About Medicaid Asset Protection Planning?
Medicaid is a federal program administered by the states that helps individuals who meet certain asset criteria pay for long-term care costs. Because Medicaid is a means-tested program, certain financial conditions must be met to qualify, which means that it is...
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