Failing to plan is planning to fail, the old adage says, and unfortunately far too many people learn about the failures of their estate planning when it’s too late. By choosing not to make a decision you are essentially outsourcing the decision making process to others, particularly the government. If you don’t make decisions about… Read More »
Monthly Archives: September 2021
The Difference Between Pre-Planning and Crisis Planning for Medicaid
Without outside support, it would be difficult or impossible for most people to afford paying for a nursing home out of pocket. Some people mistakenly think Medicare will pick up the bill and others are hoping that Medicaid benefits will kick in quickly. The truth is that you have options to plan well in advance… Read More »
What Makes Elder Law Different?
If you are concerned with the financial or health welfare of an older adult in your life or are interested in protecting this for yourself, you may need the services of an elder law attorney. Elder law is a focused area of the law that is specifically related to the legal needs of older adults…. Read More »
What Is the Role of a Trustor?
The creation of a trust can help you provide further privacy to your estate planning strategy and give you more flexibility and control. These can help your family also avoid the probate process which can be lengthy and confusing. There are many different terms that come up in the process of creating a trust and… Read More »