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A special needs trust is a legal tool designed to provide for the care and financial needs of individuals with disabilities without compromising their eligibility for state and federal government benefits. Eligibility criteria for these benefits often feature strict...
One thing to focus on when doing long-term care planning is the cost of this care. Many people know that they may eventually spend their final years in an assisted living center or a nursing home. If they can’t live at home safely, then one of these facilities can...
An advance directive is a legal document that states your preferences for medical choices to be made on your behalf in the event that you are unable to do so. It acts as a guide for your loved ones and medical staff to follow when making decisions on your behalf if...
Estate planning can help people protect their loved ones. An estate plan can also protect the individual establishing the plan. There are numerous documents that take effect while someone is still alive but in need of outside support. Powers of attorney are among the...
Your home isn’t just the place you live – it’s also a considerable portion of the wealth that you have to pass on to those you love. Deciding how to pass this asset to your chosen beneficiaries can be complicated because there are several different methods you can...
Relying on a will alone to protect your wealth after you are gone may leave some loose ends since you never know what lies ahead. For instance, imagine leaving your assets to your children through a will. If they incur significant debt, their inheritance could be on...
Going into an assisted living facility can be a difficult transition for many people. It may be harder for some people to adapt to their new way of life when they believe some common myths about assisted living. Don’t believe everything you hear about assisted...
The majority of us spend most of our adult lives with a good range of mobility and cognitive function. Nonetheless, the reality is that as we get older, these things begin to decline. Those in their advanced years may notice a rather steep decline, which can make...
Older adults often need to plan carefully for their financial stability when they retire. People often have to save aggressively for decades to afford a decent standard of living once they stop working. Those who haven't been able to save as much as they hoped to may...
A medical power of attorney is a representative, such as a spouse or family member, that can act on your behalf if you can no longer make decisions on your own because of a mental or physical disability. Once you have picked the right power of attorney to help manage...
