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Estate planning is essential at any age

Many people think that estate planning is only for older and/or wealthy people, but this is not the case. Everyone can benefit from an estate plan. Young people tend not to think about the end of their lives too much if they are healthy. If they are not healthy, their need to plan probably drives [...]

By |2021-11-08T14:32:14-05:00November 8th, 2021|Estate Planning|Comments Off on Estate planning is essential at any age

Do you want to motivate your loved ones after you’re gone?

Are you worried about what’s going to happen to your assets once you’re gone and they’ve been passed on to your loved ones? If so, take comfort knowing that this is a common concern amongst estate planners. These individuals often fear that the lifetime of wealth that they’ve worked hard to build will be squandered [...]

By |2021-10-25T05:46:28-04:00October 25th, 2021|Estate Planning|Comments Off on Do you want to motivate your loved ones after you’re gone?

How important is a will in estate planning?

In this day and age, there are many things happening around the world that can make people hesitant about planning for the future. But when it comes to taking care of your loved ones after you are no longer here, there should be no question about making a plan that they will be able to [...]

By |2021-10-13T08:26:27-04:00October 13th, 2021|Estate Planning|Comments Off on How important is a will in estate planning?

Understanding the eligibility criteria for Medicaid

Most people reading this blog post would know that Medicaid is a program run jointly by the federal and state governments and it is the largest source of healthcare coverage in the country. Per federal law, states must cover certain groups of people who are known as mandatory eligibility groups. In addition, states may cover [...]

By |2021-09-29T05:40:10-04:00September 29th, 2021|Medicaid|Comments Off on Understanding the eligibility criteria for Medicaid

How do I qualify for Medicaid and preserve my estate?

No matter how well we plan for the unexpected, there are events that happen as we age that can create a strain on vital financial resources. Seniors who suddenly find themselves or a loved one needing a costly medical procedure or a move to a nursing home may panic at the prospect of depleting their [...]

By |2021-08-18T06:14:21-04:00August 18th, 2021|Medicaid|Comments Off on How do I qualify for Medicaid and preserve my estate?

What are the four key areas that a living will can address?

Having a comprehensive estate plan is something that every Kentucky resident should consider regardless of their age, health, family and financial situation. It is a way to ensure that they are protecting not just their loved ones, but also themselves. Most people are aware of what wills can do as part of an estate plan. [...]

By |2021-08-05T01:40:25-04:00August 5th, 2021|Estate Planning|Comments Off on What are the four key areas that a living will can address?

The risks and benefits of starting a will contest

For most residents of Kentucky, a will left by a parent or other relative is assumed to be valid and to be enforceable as written. In some cases, however, the will or a specific bequest may be invalid, and one or more of the beneficiaries may wish to challenge the validity of the will or [...]

By |2021-07-19T01:32:43-04:00July 19th, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on The risks and benefits of starting a will contest

Are you afraid your elderly parents have been scammed?

As our parents age they may find that the world around them has changed in ways they may not understand. This makes them vulnerable to scammers in Kentucky and elsewhere who prey on those who are trusting and polite and have significant savings or own a home. Seniors may be afraid to report that they [...]

By |2023-06-26T11:46:30-04:00July 6th, 2021|Elder care|Comments Off on Are you afraid your elderly parents have been scammed?

How to plan for incapacity when estate planning

The estate planning process provides resources to allow estate planners to make a plan for incapacity. Preparing for incapacity is one of the many purposes of the estate planning process and one of the many reasons it is important to understand what the process is and how to engage in it. There are two types [...]

By |2021-07-02T03:19:59-04:00July 2nd, 2021|Estate Planning|Comments Off on How to plan for incapacity when estate planning

How an elder law attorney can help family caregivers

Many Kentucky families have had the experience of taking care of an aging relative. These relatives can have complicated medical and personal issues. Caregivers have an important relationship with their elderly relative and perform important tasks. Along with caregivers, an elder law attorney can offer valuable services. Elder law attorneys work with seniors and their [...]

By |2023-06-26T11:43:04-04:00June 18th, 2021|Elder care|Comments Off on How an elder law attorney can help family caregivers
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