What is Probate Administration and How Does It Work?
After someone dies, the legal process begins to substantiate their will and determine who receives the assets of the deceased person’s estate. In many cases, the court must appoint a representative for the deceased person to gather the deceased person’s assets, pay debts and handle the distribution of property to the heirs. The court-supervised administration…
Read MoreSecure Your Loved One’s Future With Long Term Care Crisis Planning
When we hear the word “crisis,” we think of disasters or calamities of epic proportions. That is where many Americans find themselves when they try to stay afloat financially while dealing with the high costs of a family member needing long-term care. Many people who become disabled simply do not have the resources to pay…
Read MoreUnderstanding Trust Administration and How We Can Help
An estate’s trustee must juggle an extensive list of responsibilities to provide closure to beneficiaries. In this article, we discuss the roles and responsibilities involved in Trust Administration and how we can help. What Is Trust Administration? Trust administration can be overly complicated if you don’t have proper assistance. Trust administration typically encompasses distributing the…
Read MoreWhat are the Alternatives to Guardianship?
If you are considering the possibility of pursuing guardianship for a loved one, there are a few alternatives that can be considered first before taking such drastic measures. Although circumstances are never the same, some of these alternatives can still prove beneficial even if it is just to allow the future guardian to become more…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Medicaid Crisis Planning
Long-term care and assisted living can strain the finances of many Americans. Injuries and illnesses often catch us off guard, requiring extensive care and ongoing treatment. It can be hard to know where to turn first with medical bills accumulating. Fortunately, some individuals may be eligible for Medicaid benefits, which can help pay for long-term…
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Read MoreDemystifying Guardianships for Incompetent Adults
By Stephanie R. Poston, Attorney I’ve often had a client tell me during our initial consultation that they are the guardian for someone else, yet when I ask for a copy of their Letters of Guardianship, they inevitably tell me that they don’t know what I’m talking about. So, what they meant was that they…
Read MoreHow Taxes Affect Estate Planning
Nothing is certain in life other than death and taxes. What is the impact of taxes on estate planning? In 2022, the federal estate tax exemption is $12.06 million per person. If the value of your estate is under this threshold, then your estate will not be subject to tax. Those with estates totaling more…
Read MoreWhen and How to Contest a Will
When and how do you contest a Last Will and Testament? The answer is both simple and quite complex. The simple answer is to file what is called a “Caveat” in the estate where the Will is being probated. A Caveat outlines the grounds by which the Will is being contested, typically attacking what makes…
Read MoreEstate Planning Attorney for Medicaid and Long-Term Care
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says someone turning age 65 today has almost a 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care services in their remaining years. Twenty percent will need care for longer than five years. Thirty-seven percent will receive care in a residential facility, such as a nursing home…
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