Most people do not have estate plans, but many of those that do have been quite diligent. They have a will or a trust that will facilitate asset transfers after they are gone, and they have a living will and durable powers of attorney to account for possible incapacity. If you have taken these steps, […]
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Early Signs of Dementia: How to Spot Them in a Loved One
Watching someone you care about struggle with memory loss or changes in behavior can be alarming. Dementia can sneak up slowly, making it hard to identify in the initial stages. The early signs of dementia are easy to miss, so early detection can make a big difference. Let’s dive in. Common Early Signs of Dementia […]
Medicaid Planning Explained
The term “Medicaid planning” can be confusing on the surface. Medicaid is a health care program for people with very limited resources. Why would you want to try to be in this position? This is a very good question, and we will provide the answer in this post. Medicare Inadequacy You earn Medicare eligibility when […]
The Twilight Years Can Derail Your Legacy Plan
When you are entering into your active retirement years, you are embarking on a stage of life that can be very rewarding on several levels. If you are so inclined, you get to cross things off your bucket list, enjoy leisure activities, and spend quality time with your family and friends. You also have the […]
How Do I Avoid Medicaid Estate Recovery in NY?
We will look at the subject of Medicaid estate recovery in NY in this post. But first, we will explain some inconvenient realities about Medicare and long-term custodial care. Living Assistance for Seniors When you have been capable of taking care of your own day-to-day needs all your life, it can be hard to imagine […]
Legacy Planning: A More Comprehensive Approach to Estate Planning
A bare-bones estate plan will typically include a will, and advance health care directives may be included as well. If you are not familiar with the latter documents, they are used to prepare for possible incapacity. One of the directives is a a durable power of attorney for health care or health care proxy. This […]
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