Monthly archives:August 2017
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7 years ago
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Special needs trusts can be an invaluable tool for families that have a child with special needs. One often overlooked aspect of a special needs trust (SNT), however, is how the trust is taxed. This consideration is important because the tax savings can be substantial depending on how the trust is ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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No one wants to think about his or her death, but a little preparation in the form of a prepaid funeral contract can be useful. In addition to helping your family after your death, a prepaid funeral contract can be a good way to spend down assets in order to qualify for Medicaid.
A prepaid or... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Have you or a loved one been denied Medicare-covered services because you’re "not improving"? Many health care providers are still not aware that Medicare is required to cover skilled nursing and home care even if a patient is not showing improvement. If you are denied coverage based on this outdate... [read more]
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7 years ago
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If your child has reached the teenage years, you may already feel as though you are losing control of her life. This is legally true once your child reaches the age of 18 because then the state considers your child to be an adult with the legal right to govern his or her own life.
Up until yo... [read more]
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7 years ago
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A new report finds that states have made incremental improvements in providing long-term care, but need to make more improvements in order to meet the needs of the growing number of people who require long-term care services. According to the 2017 Long-Term Services and Supports State Scorecard, whi... [read more]
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7 years ago
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One of the things we enjoy so much about our practice is getting to know our clients and having them feel like extended family.
It's nice taking time in life to share pictures and fun stories about our families, and our pets are certainly part of our families that bring us all a lot of joy.
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7 years ago
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If you are the main person managing the care of the beneficiary of a special needs trust, have you planned yet for a time when you may no longer be able to perform this crucial role? It is important to plan appropriately to ensure that the beneficiary will have an advocate and someone closely manag... [read more]
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