Elder Law

Questions To Ask When Hiring A Caregiver For An Older Person

Feb 26, 2016

Most people, given the choice, would prefer to be cared for in their homes rather than in a nursing ...

Retirement Tax Breaks Targeted For Elimination

Aug 20, 2015

There are plenty of tricks to maximizing your retirement benefits, and more than a few are considere...

Joint Ownership Of Assets Owner Beware!

May 31, 2015

Joint ownership arises where two or more people own an undivided interest in an asset or property. W...

Am I Liable If I Sign A Nursing Home Agreement For Someone Else?

Apr 30, 2015

We are often asked by family members whether they are financially responsible for the nursing home b...

Proposed Regulations Would Create Transfer Penalties For Veterans

Feb 26, 2015

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proposing regulations that would establish an asset limit...

Tougher Reverse Mortgage Rules To Take Effect

Jan 30, 2015

Beginning March 2, 2015, borrowers will have to pass a financial assessment before they can take out...

Even Annual Exclusion Gifts Are Counted By Medicaid

Nov 16, 2014

Many people believe that if they give away an amount equal to the annual gift tax exclusion – curr...

7 Things To Review During The Medicare Open Enrollment Period

Nov 16, 2014

Medicare beneficiaries will get an opportunity to make changes to their Medicare Part D coverage bet...

Even Annual Exclusion Gifts Are Counted By Medicaid

Nov 16, 2014

Many people believe that if they give away an amount equal to the annual gift tax exclusion – curr...

How Parents Can Provide For A Caregiver Child

Aug 14, 2014

Taking care of a parent can be a full-time job. Children may have to give up paying jobs in order to...