The Medicaid program can play a key role during the final years of your life if you want to preserve your legacy for the benefit of your loved ones. This program will pay for long-term care, and … [Read more...] about Five Things You Need to Know About Medicaid Planning
Why Do You Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Some people are confused by the term “elder law attorney.” Why would older people need a special type of lawyer? This is understandable, but there are certain legal and financial matters that … [Read more...] about Why Do You Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Ohio Home Care Waiver Can Fill the Gap
As elder law attorneys, we focus on matters that are of interest to senior citizens. This area of the law is quite relevant right now, because the baby boomer generation is reaching retirement age. … [Read more...] about Ohio Home Care Waiver Can Fill the Gap
Inheritance Tax vs. Estate Tax
People often harbor misconceptions about the taxes that can be levied on inheritances. You may have heard the term “inheritance tax,” and you have undoubtedly heard mention of an estate tax. Some … [Read more...] about Inheritance Tax vs. Estate Tax
Patchwork Estate Plans Are Risky at Best
People often hear about “simple solutions” that you can use to piece together your estate plan. They hear a few things about the drawbacks of probate and why you may want to avoid it, and they buy … [Read more...] about Patchwork Estate Plans Are Risky at Best
Estate Planning Demystified
Statistics show that most people do not have estate plans in place, and this even applies to older Americans. Just 47.9 percent of individuals that are 55 five years of age and up have estate plans in … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Demystified
Things to Know About IRAs and Estate Planning
Individual retirement accounts are commonly used by Americans throughout their working careers as they are building nest eggs that they can draw from during their golden years. If you are … [Read more...] about Things to Know About IRAs and Estate Planning
Estate Planning for Same Sex Couples
We always emphasize the fact that estate planning is important for all adults, regardless of your sexual orientation, your relationship status, or your age. At one time, it was absolutely essential … [Read more...] about Estate Planning for Same Sex Couples
Can a Medicaid Recipient Fund a Special Needs Trust?
People with disabilities often rely on Medicaid as a much needed source of health insurance, and Supplemental Security Income is rather self-explanatory. This is a benefit that provides a steady … [Read more...] about Can a Medicaid Recipient Fund a Special Needs Trust?
