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Lawsuits are everywhere. What happens when you are found to be at fault in an accident, and a significant judgment is entered against you? A child dives head-first into the shallow end of your swimming pool, becomes paralyzed, and needs in-home...
Category: Estate Planning
Gun Trusts
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Gun Trusts: Targeted Estate Planning
If you have a gun collection, your estate plan may be missing the mark if it fails to include a specially drafted gun trust. The typical estate plan provides for tax saving strategies,...
Continue reading…Medicare vs. Medicaid
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Medicare vs. Medicaid: Similarities and Differences
With such similar sounding names, many Americans mistake Medicare and Medicaid programs for one another, or presume the programs are as similar as their names. While both are government-run programs, there...
Continue reading…The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust
Estate Planning: The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust
The irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trust has proven to be a highly effective estate planning tool for many older Americans. There are many factors to consider when deciding whether a Medicaid...
Continue reading…A Living Will or Health Care Power of Attorney?
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A Living Will or Health Care Power of Attorney? Or Do I Need Both?
Many people are confused by these two important estate planning documents. It’s important to understand the functions of each and ensure you are fully...
Continue reading…Joint Bank Accounts and Medicaid Eligibility
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Joint Bank Accounts and Medicaid Eligibility
Like most governmental benefit programs, there are many myths surrounding Medicaid and eligibility for benefits. One of the most common myths is the belief that only 50% of the funds in a...
Continue reading…Veterans’ Non-Service Connected Pension Benefits
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Veterans’ Non-Service Connected Pension Benefits
The Veterans’ Administration’s non-service connected pension program can help supplement the income of elderly or disabled veterans. The VA deems any veteran age 65 or older to be permanently and totally disabled. This...
Continue reading…Estate Planning Myths
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Common Estate Planning Myths
Estate planning is a powerful tool that among other things, enables you to direct exactly how your assets will be handled upon your death or disability. A well-crafted estate plan will ensure you and...
Continue reading…Overview of the Ways to Hold Title to Property
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You are purchasing a home, and the escrow officer asks, “How do you want to hold title to the property?” In the context of your overall home purchase, this may seem like a small, inconsequential detail; however nothing could be further...
You’ve Finally Done Your Healthcare Directives – Now What?
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Healthcare directives can be vitally important, as recent cases, like that of Terry Schiavo, clearly brought to light. These important documents can mean the difference between your health care wishes being carried out or family members fighting over whether a loved...