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Use of Immediate Annuities in Medicaid Planning for Married Couples
Immediate annuities can be a useful tool to protect the spouse of a nursing home resident who applies for Medicaid. […]
Nursing Homes Cannot Discharge a Resident for Nonpayment if Medicaid Pending
New Medicare rules designed to give nursing home residents more control of their care are being phased into effect. The rules […]
Differences between Lifetime and Deathtime Planning… Why a Comprehensive Estate Plan Must Include Both
According to a March 2017 survey by Caring.com, six out of ten Americans have no will or any other kind […]
Short-Term Care Insurance: An Alternative to the Long-Term Care Variety
A little-known insurance option can be an answer for some people who might need care but are unable to buy […]
The Costs of Dementia: For the Patient and the Family
A recent report from the Alzheimer’s Association states that one in nine Americans age 65 or older currently has Alzheimer’s. […]
Not Just Death and Taxes: 5 Essential Legal Documents You Need for Incapacity Planning
Comprehensive estate planning is more than your legacy after death, avoiding probate, and saving on taxes. Good estate planning includes […]
Who Pays the Nursing Home While Waiting for Medicaid Approval?
Can a person apply for Medicaid before assets are spent down to below $2,000? Once assets are down to $2,000, […]
Better to Play it Safe: Proactive Estate Planning and Cognitive Impairment
Most financially savvy individuals begin planning their estate when they’re in peak mental shape. The idea that this might change […]
New Medicare Rule Encourages Doctors to Test for Alzheimer’s Disease and Offer Care Planning
A new Medicare rule will promote earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Medicare will now reimburse primary care doctors who conduct […]