Category archives: Green Cove Springs
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6 years ago
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Families taking advantage of ABLE savings accounts will have a little more flexibility in planning for special needs as a result of the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law by President Trump on December 22, 2017.
As we previously discussed, ABLE accounts, created by Congress via the pas... [read more]
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6 years ago
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One question that we're often asked by clients who are parents of minor children is how they can make sure that their children are provided for in the event that they cannot do so. Our answer is that, in addition to having their own Advance Directive and Estate Planning tools in place, such as a Dur... [read more]
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6 years ago
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We are proud to announce that Zachary M. Altenbach, J.D. has joined our firm as an Associate Attorney.
Mr. Altenbach knew from an early age he wanted to pursue a career in law. He attended the University of Florida and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in History and Political Science. As ... [read more]
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6 years ago
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One question that we're often asked by elderly or ill clients is if he or she can create a personal service agreement to financially compensate their caregiver for the services they provide. Our answer is that a personal services contract is an excellent way to formalize this arrangement, which can ... [read more]
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6 years ago
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Next year, Social Security recipients will see a 2 percent raise in benefits, the largest increase in six years.
For Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients, the average monthly benefit will go up from $1,170 to $1,180, not including people who are blind, for whom the monthly r... [read more]
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6 years ago
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As we enjoy Celebrating Christmas and the Holiday season this and next week, our office is still open with limited hours, to allow us to spend time with our families and loved ones--and help you with your Elder Law and Estate Planning needs. With the end of 2017 upon us, and a New Year approaching, ... [read more]
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6 years ago
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Families of people with special needs often face unusually high travel expenses. Medical emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances may require travel to care for their loved ones at a moment’s notice. Or family members may simply need to travel in order to visit the person with special needs.
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6 years ago
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Thank you to the many clients, friends, and family who supported our annual toy drive for the J.P. Hall Annual Christmas Party for underprivileged children.
The 36th Annual Christmas Party for Clay County’s underprivileged children was held on Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at the Clay County Fair... [read more]
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6 years ago
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The announcement of the 2018 Medicare premium is good news for some beneficiaries and bad news for many others. The good news is that the standard monthly Part B premium, which about 30 percent of Medicare beneficiaries pay, will again be $134 next year, unchanged from 2017.
But most Medicar... [read more]
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6 years ago
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Tripod has been a member of Grady and Peggy's family since the early 2000s.
When Grady and Peggy's children Allen and Allison were attending Ridgeview High School a friend let them know that Tripod needed a home, and the rest is history. After adopting Tripod as a Kitten, both Allen and A... [read more]
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6 years ago
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You may be afraid of losing your home if you have to enter a nursing home and apply for Medicaid. While this fear is well-founded, transferring the home to your children is usually not the best way to protect it.
Although you generally do not have to sell your home in order to qualify for Med... [read more]
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6 years ago
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After staying the same for five years, the amount you can give away to any one individual in a particular year without reporting the gift will increase in 2018.
The annual gift tax exclusion for 2018 is rising from $14,000 to $15,000. This means that any person who gives away $15,000 or less ... [read more]
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