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Protecting Elderly Parents in Nursing Homes
Estate Planning

Protecting Elderly Parents in Nursing Homes

Ensuring the safety and well-being of elderly parents in nursing homes begins with vigilance and understanding the signs of neglect.
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Who Provides Hospice Care and How Is It Paid?
Estate Planning

Hospital Discharge Planning and Patient Rights for Seniors

Hospital discharge planning is critical for seniors recovering from illness or injury, ensuring a smooth transition to the next phase of care and protecting patient ...
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Don’t Procrastinate on Estate Planning Moves
Estate Planning

Using a Letter of Intent for Your Estate Plan

A letter of intent provides clarity and guidance to loved ones, ensuring that your wishes are honored and your legacy is preserved.
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Money Tips for the Coming Year
Estate Planning

Locating Missing Assets in Estate Administration

Tracking down missing assets is a crucial part of estate administration, ensuring that all property is accounted for and distributed according to the deceased’s wishes.
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Do I Need a Will or a Trust?
Estate Planning

Executor’s Checklist for Probate Responsibilities and Timelines

Serving as an executor is a significant responsibility that requires careful attention to legal, financial and administrative details to ensure a smooth probate process.
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What Can Elder Law Attorneys Do?
Estate Planning

Why You Shouldn’t Name Your Estate as Beneficiary of an IRA

Naming your estate as the beneficiary of your IRA can create unnecessary tax burdens, reduce flexibility for heirs and lead to costly probate complications.
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Estate Planning for Freelancers and the Self-Employed
Estate Planning

Estate Planning for Freelancers and the Self-Employed

Freelancers and self-employed individuals face unique challenges in estate planning, requiring tailored strategies to protect their assets, businesses and loved ones.
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Planning for Spousal Support When a Partner Enters a Nursing Home
Estate Planning

Is Having a Will Important?

In an unpredictable world, having a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and your legacy.
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Can Medicaid Take My Home?
Estate Planning

If You Want Your Trust to Work, Fund It

Creating a trust is only half the battle—funding it ensures that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.
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Estate Planning Strategies for a Family Business
Estate Planning

Review and Update Estate Plan in the New Year

The start of a new year is the perfect time to review your estate plan, ensuring that it reflects your current wishes and safeguards your ...
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