The November elections are over. What was the outcome of the election? What changes could come about as a result? What do those possible changes mean for your estate plan? Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about What the 2020 Election Could Mean for Your Estate Plan
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Wartime Veteran Pensioners Will Get a Boost
As elder law attorneys, we have a thorough understanding of government benefits for seniors, and this includes veterans. Most people have heard of the veterans retirement pension that service members can receive after 20 years of service. The amount that you would receive will increase if you stay in the service for longer periods of time. This is a great benefit that gives veterans the opportunity to retire in comfort. Retirees will receive a pension and a Social Security benefit, and … [Read more...] about Wartime Veteran Pensioners Will Get a Boost
Schedule an Estate Plan Review in 2021
Statistics show that most Americans do not have estate plans in place, but the majority of people that are polled also say that they think estate planning is important. They simply put it on the back burner for various different reasons. Since procrastination is widespread, when they do take action, they put the documents away for safekeeping and they close the book on the subject. In reality, this is a misguided perception. Estate planning is not a one-time event unless you put your … [Read more...] about Schedule an Estate Plan Review in 2021
A Time for Thanks and Community
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks and for appreciating your family and friends. In particular, it can be a good time to thank those people whom you’ve asked to serve in important roles in your estate plan. Thank your agents under your powers of attorney and your successor trustees. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about A Time for Thanks and Community
Medicaid Spouse Allowances Will Be Adjusted
We have been sharing some cost-of-living adjustments that impact the government benefit programs for seniors since the new year is upon us. Medicaid has now produced their updates for 2021, and we will take a look at some of their new numbers in this post. But first, we will provide a basic overview so you understand why Medicaid is important for seniors that will qualify for Medicare. Long-Term Care Costs Seven out of every 10 seniors will need some type of living assistance. According to … [Read more...] about Medicaid Spouse Allowances Will Be Adjusted
