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Rhode Island Estate Planning and…
Rhode Island Estate Planning and Elder Law Blawg
Covers elder law, medicaid planning, disability planning, tax planning, guardianship, wills, trusts, asset protection, and probate. By Matthew Fabisch.
http://riestateplanning.blogspot.com/
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Aug 27
When Should You Purchase a Long Term Care Insurance Product
When Should You Purchase a Long Term Care Insurance ProductThe younger you purchase a policy, the lower the premiums will be. But if you are in your 40s, do you want to purchase insurance that you are unlikely to need for 40 years? Given the changes in the long-term care market place and in… -
Aug 21
The Tax Deductibility of Long-Term Care Insurance Premium
The Tax Deductibility of Long-Term Care Insurance PremiumQualified long-term care insurance policies receive special tax treatment. To be "qualified," policies must adhere to regulations established by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. -
Aug 11
Five Tips For Providing For Children Disabilitie
Five Tips For Providing For Children DisabilitieOver at the Fabisch Law Education Rights Blawg we have a post that readers of this blog, particularly those who are parents and grandparents of special needs children, should find informative.
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Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker…
Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker LLP Blog
Covers elder law.
http://www.craigebrawley.com/blog/
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May 11
Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care InsuranceOur safety net has a hole in it. If you or a loved one live in North Carolina and end up needing 24-hour-per-day care in an assisted living facility (like many persons in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease, for example), you will have… -
May 11
Giving Your House Away and Medicaid Transfer Penaltie
Giving Your House Away and Medicaid Transfer PenaltieOne question I am often asked is whether clients should give their homes to their children. The usual reason for the question is the parents wanting to get eligible for Medicaid quicker and save the house for the children. The decision is not… -
May 5
Quadriplegic Para-Olympian Walk
Quadriplegic Para-Olympian WalkQuadriplegic Para-Olympian Walk
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The Zimmer Law Firm
The Zimmer Law Firm
Covers elder law, estate planning, Medicaid, probate, wills and trusts.
http://www.zimmerlawfirm.com/blog/
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Apr 16
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?The last decade alone has seen a tremendous migration of information and personal communications to digital formats. Like the Zimmer Law Firm, most businesses and individuals now run or visit blogs or websites, or use online… -
Apr 16
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?The last decade alone has seen a tremendous migration of information and personal communications to digital formats. Like the Zimmer Law Firm, most businesses and individuals now run or visit blogs or websites, or use online… -
Apr 16
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?
Email’s Afterlife: How Do Digital Assets Live On?The last decade alone has seen a tremendous migration of information and personal communications to digital formats. Like the Zimmer Law Firm, most businesses and individuals now run or visit blogs or websites, or use online…
Rank this Week: 4971
CEB blog
CEB blog
Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.
http://blog.ceb.com
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May 24
Organizing Discovery
Organizing DiscoveryFor discovery to be useful in a case, it must be organized. One effective way to organize discovery is with an issue table. Issue tables are a way to keep track of the main issues, the elements of the claims and defenses, and the relevant… -
May 22
Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview
Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job InterviewThere are many subjects that require care when conducting a job interview. Immigration is definitely one of them. Given the increased awareness and sensitivity to immigration status issues, employers need to watch their questions. Although… -
May 20
Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal
Keep an Eye Toward an AppealTrying a case is hard enough, but throughout trial you should also keep in the back of your mind the need to preserve the record for appeal. Why is it so important to pay attention to the record during trial? It all comes down to a major…
Rank this Week: 5132
Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates,…
Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates, P.C. Blog
Covers Connecticut estate planning, probate and elder law.
http://www.preserveyourestate.net/blog/
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Oct 29
The World’s Well Heeled Pet
The World’s Well Heeled PetThere are some good and bad things about human nature, but without question one of the best ones is the relationship that we have with our pets. Though people sometimes own exotic pets, dogs and cats are the most common four-legged family… -
Oct 26
Uncertainty Fuels Procrastination
Uncertainty Fuels ProcrastinationIt is no secret that a lot of people procrastinate when it comes to estate planning. The last thing that the procrastinators need is yet another reason to put things off, but in fact the uncertainty surrounding the estate tax parameters at… -
Oct 24
Your 401(k) After A Layoff
Your 401(k) After A LayoffFar too many people are not properly prepared for retirement from a financial perspective, and many find that they are not in a position to retire when they reach their full retirement age as defined by the Social Security Administration. To…
Rank this Week: 5182
Nash Nash Bean & Ford, LLP Blog
Nash Nash Bean & Ford, LLP Blog
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.nashbeanford.com/blog/
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May 24
Planning a Family Meeting to Discuss Your Estate Planning
Planning a Family Meeting to Discuss Your Estate PlanningOnce you have finally taken the time to create a comprehensive estate plan, you should also consider taking the time to plan a family meeting to discuss your planning. Although not everyone will decide to share their plans, there are some… -
May 22
Valuing Non-Cash Gifts Made During Your Lifetime
Valuing Non-Cash Gifts Made During Your LifetimeFor taxpayers who have a moderate to large estates, one estate planning tactic that is often used is to make gifts during the taxpayer’s lifetime in order to reduce the value of the estate at the time of death. Making lifetime gifts… -
May 20
Is a Personal Property Memorandum Right for Your Estate Plan?
Is a Personal Property Memorandum Right for Your Estate Plan?A Last Will and Testament is the foundation of any estate plan. Exactly what you choose to include in your Will, however, is a very individual decision. For some, a Will contains very explicit instructions and details while for others…
Rank this Week: 5248
Deborah Sexton Law Office, P. A.…
Deborah Sexton Law Office, P. A. Blog
Covers estate planning and elder law.
http://www.arkansas-estateplanning.com/blog/
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May 24
Estate Planning after the Death of a Spouse
Estate Planning after the Death of a SpouseWhen your spouse passes away, you have a lot to deal with. Planning finances and reevaluating your estate is likely to be the last thing on your mind. While there are only a few things you need to take care of right away, you will need to… -
May 22
Can a parent be halted by HIPAA?
Can a parent be halted by HIPAA?Books? Check. Dorm? Check. Tuition? Check. Estate plan? HIPAA? What??? So your high school senior is headed off to college this fall. Congratulations! Things are about to change. Chances are,… -
May 20
It’s Time to Plan for Medical Emergencie
It’s Time to Plan for Medical EmergencieIt doesn’t matter what age you are, if you don’t have a medical emergency plan in place you’re putting yourself and your loved ones at risk. Medical emergencies require you to have the right legal documents in order –…
Rank this Week: 5246
Potter Law Firm Blog
Potter Law Firm Blog
Covers estate planning and elder law.
http://www.potterestateplanning.com/blog/
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May 24
Wrong Shelter Receives Generous Bequest
Wrong Shelter Receives Generous BequestThe founder and operator of Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven in Collinsville, Oklahoma was recently pleasantly surprised by an apparent act of generosity. The shelter has a difficult time meeting its expenses, and the founder Susan Babbitt was… -
May 23
Estate Planning Should Be High on Powerball Winner’s To-Do List
Estate Planning Should Be High on Powerball Winner’s To-Do ListThe imagination of the country is captured every time the Powerball lottery jackpot accumulates to some mind-blowing number. The largest jackpot in history was recently up for grabs, and the winning ticket was purchased in Florida. What would… -
May 22
Are Your Beneficiaries Aware of Your Insurance Policies?
Are Your Beneficiaries Aware of Your Insurance Policies?Life insurance is a big part of many estate plans. When you’re first starting out in life you need to have a vehicle of income replacement in place to provide resources for your family in the event of your death. As time goes on the…
Rank this Week: 5251
The Law Office of Michael…
The Law Office of Michael Robinson, P.C.
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.mrobinsonlaw.com/blog/
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May 24
Your Probate Estate And Why it Matter
Your Probate Estate And Why it MatterA lot of people creating an estate plan choose to create a revocable living trust primarily because the trust allows them to minimize the size of their probate estate. But what is a probate estate, and why would you want to minimize it?… -
May 22
The Orphaned Estate of Roman Blum
The Orphaned Estate of Roman BlumOne of the benefits of creating an estate plan is that you get to determine who inherits your property after you die. If you don’t take this step your property might, like that of New York real estate developer Roman Blum, be inherited… -
May 20
Congratulations to Danielle Lenhard!
Congratulations to Danielle Lenhard!Dani received her RN pin at her graduation ceremony this weekend. We’re so proud of her!
Rank this Week: 5244
Law Offices of Richard B.…
Law Offices of Richard B. Schneider, LLC Blog
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.rbsllc.com/blog/
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May 23
Do You Have a Business Succession Plan in Place?
Do You Have a Business Succession Plan in Place?If you own a small business, then you need a business succession plan—plain and simple. Whether your business is a small mom and pop store that has been in the family for generations or a company that focuses on up and coming… -
May 21
Protecting Your Feline Friend – Why You Need a Pet Trust
Protecting Your Feline Friend – Why You Need a Pet TrustIf you are one of the 86 million Americans who own a cat, then you should consider including a pet trust in your estate plan. Cat lovers actually outnumber dog lovers in the United States, according to the Humane Society of the United States.… -
May 19
New York Resident Dies Intestate with $40 Million Estate
New York Resident Dies Intestate with $40 Million EstateRoman Blum died last year at the ripe old age of 97. A New York developer, Blum made a fortune over the years developing on what was, at the time, the virgin ground of Staten Island. When Blum died, he was worth upwards of $40 million, yet he…
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The Elder & Disability Law Firm…
The Elder & Disability Law Firm Blog
Covers estate planning and elder law. By Esther Wang.
http://www.san-bernardino-elder-law.com/blog/
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May 22
Where to Keep Your Estate Planning Document
Where to Keep Your Estate Planning DocumentIt doesn’t matter how much time you spend or how much your estate plan cost you, if your family can’t find it when the time comes, it will cost them in the end. The first task for your family after you pass away is to locate your… -
Mar 22
How Veteran’s Aid Affects Your Existing Power of Attorney Appointment
How Veteran’s Aid Affects Your Existing Power of Attorney AppointmentIf you have appointed a family member or friend to make important decisions on your behalf should you become ill, incapacitated, or unable to handle your own affairs, you need to understand how your Veteran’s Aid will affect… -
Mar 4
Estate Planning Resources: Improved Pension Benefit Program
Estate Planning Resources: Improved Pension Benefit ProgramOne common misconception is that you can only apply for the Improved Pension Benefit Program (IPB) if a veteran or a veteran’s spouse has a service-related injury; however this is not the case. If your loved one’s health is…
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Law Office of Robert L. Boydstun…
Law Office of Robert L. Boydstun Blog
Covers estate planning, probate, guardianships, disability and elder law.
http://www.boydstunlaw.com/blog.html
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May 17
The Asset Map Helps Them Help You
The Asset Map Helps Them Help YouIf you become incapacitated or pass away, the trauma to your family from that event should not be compounded because they have to start to search for your assets and important papers. If your family has to take over the handling of your… -
May 10
Addressing Fear of Losing Control
Addressing Fear of Losing ControlOver the years I have observed that children of older parents are often frustrated because their parents refuse to take the necessary steps to plan for the years ahead when their parents are likely to need help with handling their funds,… -
May 2
How to Show Your Family Its Legacy of Love
How to Show Your Family Its Legacy of LoveI recently read The Last Lecture, by Randy Pausch. Mr. Pausch was a computer science professor who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He had three young children and he wanted to give them a means to know who he was and that…
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Minko Law Office Blog
Minko Law Office Blog
Covers estate planning and elder law.
http://www.minkolaw.com/blog/
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May 14
Things You Need to Know about Medicare
Things You Need to Know about MedicareWhen you’re planning for retirement, you know you’ll need to also plan for Medicare. You need to know how to enroll, if you qualify and the coverage you’ll get. To help get you started, consider these facts about Medicare… -
May 12
Taking Stocks of Your Asset
Taking Stocks of Your AssetNo one looks forward to estate planning. Deciding what assets you have and where they need to be distributed just reminds you how little you have in terms of mortality. While you may think it is a negative thing, evaluating your assets is… -
May 9
Ways to Reduce Legal Fees after You Die
Ways to Reduce Legal Fees after You DieWhile you may not think about it much, your death is a costly event. Even the best estate plans can forget to protect your family and your assets from the unforeseen legal fees. So, to make sure you’re protected, look at these top ways…
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John R. Vermillion & Associates,…
John R. Vermillion & Associates, LLC Blog
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.revocabletrusts.com/blog/
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May 13
Practical Tips for Selecting the Right Elder Care Facility
Practical Tips for Selecting the Right Elder Care FacilityLast week we wrote about the different types of elder care facilities and the types of amenities they typically offer. This week we’re going to discuss some practical tips you can use once you begin investigating facilities you’ve… -
May 12
How Your Power of Attorney End
How Your Power of Attorney EndIf you made a power of attorney as part of a comprehensive estate plan, you will want to know how and when these powers end. When you create a power of attorney you become a principal, while the person who receives the authority to act is… -
May 11
Creative Celebrity Will
Creative Celebrity WillHe also left some of his estate to the Babe Ruth Foundation, which he created during his lifetime in order to benefit underprivileged children.
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Purcell & Amen, L.L.C. Blog
Purcell & Amen, L.L.C. Blog
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.yourestatematters.com/blog/
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Apr 19
Five Important Estate Planning Considerations for Blended Familie
Five Important Estate Planning Considerations for Blended FamilieBlending two families often comes with its share of ups and downs. Spouses who are busy trying to handle the emotional and practical aspects of blending families often forget about some of the estate planning considerations that a blended… -
Apr 18
What is Legacy Planning?
What is Legacy Planning?Everyone leaves a legacy when they die. Although your legacy includes any financial wealth you leave behind, it encompasses more than that. How you wish to be remembered, the mark you made on the world while you were here, and what you did to… -
Apr 17
Revocable Living Trust and Incapacity Planning
Revocable Living Trust and Incapacity PlanningA revocable trust is a type of inter-vivos, or living, trust. An irrevocable trust is the other living trust option. If you are considering the use of a revocable trust as part of your estate plan, you should have a basic understanding of the…
Rank this Week: 5252
Armstrong, Fisch & Tutoli Blog
Armstrong, Fisch & Tutoli Blog
Covers elder law and estate planning.
http://www.armstrongfisch.com/blog/
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Feb 11
Census Statistic of Interest to Elder Law Community
Census Statistic of Interest to Elder Law CommunityThe baby boomer generation is getting older, and people who are part of this group are reaching retirement age in droves. There are about 10,000 people applying for Social Security every day, and analysts tell us that this volume should stay… -
Feb 8
Fiscal Cliff Fallout
Fiscal Cliff FalloutThe question of whether or not the United States was going to fall over the “fiscal cliff” dominated the news in the weeks and days leading up to the new year. If we would have plunged over the cliff the estate tax parameters… -
Nov 1
Answering a Common Tax Question
Answering a Common Tax QuestionPeople often ask San Diego estate planning lawyers about the taxes that must be paid when gifts are given. A common question involves reporting a cash gift as income when you are filing your tax returns. The fact is that you do not have to…
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Law Offices of Saul Kobrick, P.C.…
Law Offices of Saul Kobrick, P.C. Blog
Covers New York estate planning and elder law.
http://www.kobricklaw.com/blog/
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Nov 1
Hurricane Sandy: How Can I Help?
Hurricane Sandy: How Can I Help?A lot of people are wondering how they can help victims of Hurricane Sandy. Obviously, the matter is quite immediately relevant to individuals who live here in the Long Island area, and as you might expect a great deal of assistance is… -
Nov 1
Is Transfer to Spouse Exempt From Estate Tax?
Is Transfer to Spouse Exempt From Estate Tax?When you are arranging for the transfer of assets to your heirs you must be aware of the impact that the Federal estate tax can have on your legacy. The parameters are changing in 2013 with the exclusion going down to just $1 million so you… -
May 9
A Carefully Crafted Legacy
A Carefully Crafted LegacyPlanning your estate can seem like an endeavor that is going to reach its conclusion immediately after your passing. This can be the case depending on how you decide to proceed, but if you are so inclined you could carefully consider the…
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The Edwards Law Firm Blog
The Edwards Law Firm Blog
Covers Florida estate planning.
http://www.edwardslawfirm.com/blog/
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Dec 7
Want to Name Grandma as Your Beneficiary?
Want to Name Grandma as Your Beneficiary?Will Grandma need governmental assistance to pay for a nursing home? If so, then your gift will disqualify her, if given outright. Instead, you can pass assets in a trust for her benefit. The trust will pay for things that governmental… -
Dec 7
3 Estate Planning Tips for Widows and Widower
3 Estate Planning Tips for Widows and WidowerWhen you fall in love again, do not lend money to a new friend or spouse. -
Dec 7
Life Insurance Trust: The Insured’s Dutie
Life Insurance Trust: The Insured’s DutieAs the insured, you have few duties. Your estate planning attorney, life insurance representative, and trustee do all the work. You and your loved ones get all the benefit.
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