Creating a comprehensive estate plan that protects your assets, enables long-term care, and stands the test of time is one of the most important things a person can do in their lifetime. Proactive planning can save you money and safeguard your legacy, especially in the event of a long-term care crisis. There are many strategic measures that can be taken to improve the financial security of your retirement so that Read More
Mental Health and Incapacity
Having mental health issues does not automatically mean the person is disabled. What’s more, there are many types of disability. A common example is when we are asked to do planning (such as updating their Will or Power of Attorney) for a someone who appears to have limitations. We use a set of standard questions and observations to determine capacity, and of course a letter from their doctor carries a great deal of Read More
Planning to Protect From Medicaid Asset Recovery
Every month, more and more Americans enroll in the Medicaid program to pay for their long-term care costs. While this program can help provide important access to healthcare, those considering signing up should be aware of a serious risk that comes with it - Medicaid Asset Recovery. With the right planning, however, you can eliminate the risk of Medicaid asset recovery causing an issue for your loved ones. What is Read More
Little-Known Risks of a Medicaid Application
You have some options when it comes to applying for Medicaid in Pennsylvania. Regardless of your reason for seeking this public funding, you can handle the application yourself, use an outside firm, have the Nursing Home for it, or have an Elder Law firm take care of it. There are plenty of Medicaid planning companies that can handle your application; many of them use the allure of a free consultation to entice new Read More
