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12 May

Think Twice Before Selling a Loved One’s Home for Assisted Living Costs

Medicaid Planning, May 12, 2025

When a loved one needs long-term care—whether it’s in an assisted living facility or a skilled nursing home—families are often faced with overwhelming financial decisions. One of the most common.

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30 Apr

Can I Take Money From My Deceased Loved One’s Bank Account?

Probate, April 30, 2025

It happens more often than you might think: a loved one passes away, and within days, family members are faced with the urgent question—what do we do about the bills?.

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18 Apr

Beyond the 100 Days: What Medicare Part A Really Covers for Skilled Nursing Care

Medicaid Planning, April 18, 2025

Many people assume that Medicare will fully cover their long-term care needs, but the reality is more complex—and potentially costly. One of the most misunderstood benefits is the 100-day coverage.

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9 Apr

Smart Medicaid Planning: Prepay Funeral Expenses to Protect Your Assets

Medicaid Planning, April 9, 2025

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” With that in mind, prepaying funeral expenses is a strategic and practical way to spend down assets when applying.

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25 Mar

How Pooled Trusts Help Seniors and Disabled Individuals Qualify for Medicaid

Medicaid Planning, March 25, 2025

Medicaid provides essential healthcare coverage for low-income individuals, including seniors and people with disabilities. However, to qualify, applicants must meet strict income and asset limits. In many states, an individual.

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26 Feb

Supporting Family Caregivers: The Credit for Caring Act

Long Term Care, February 26, 2025

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is both a labor of love and a significant financial burden. Millions of Americans provide unpaid care, facing.

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19 Feb

Should I Add My Adult Child to My Deed?

Estate Planning, February 19, 2025

For many parents, ensuring their child inherits the family home is a top priority. The idea of adding an adult child to the deed might seem like a straightforward way.

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3 Feb

The Benefits Senior Green Card Holders Are Entitled To

Miscellaneous, February 3, 2025

For senior green card holders (lawful permanent residents), obtaining legal residency is more than just a status upgrade—it’s the gateway to essential benefits and opportunities that improve quality of life,.

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28 Jan

The Essential Role of a Health Care Proxy

Estate Planning, January 28, 2025

In today’s healthcare environment, the role of a health care proxy has become increasingly important. Research shows that nearly 70% of adults will require some form of long-term care in.

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14 Jan

Incentive Trusts: Ensuring That an Inheritance Will Be Well Spent

Estate Planning, January 14, 2025

Many parents and grandparents with significant wealth worry about the impact an inheritance might have on their heirs. Will the recipients use the funds wisely, or will they squander them.

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  • Think Twice Before Selling a Loved One’s Home for Assisted Living Costs May 12, 2025
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  • Beyond the 100 Days: What Medicare Part A Really Covers for Skilled Nursing Care April 18, 2025

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