In a landmark 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) Wednesday, allowing same-sex couples to enjoy the same federal benefits as married opposite-sex couples. In Windsor v. U.S., the Justices ruled that DOMA, which…
Are you thinking of a way to honor a loved one in a meaningful way? Did your loved one have a special affection for her school or for a particular subject area? Colleges, Universities, High Schools and even Elementary Schools…
According to the recent US Census Bureau, New Yorkers are leaving to many different states in our country. The number one state, of course, is Florida but you might be surprised by numbers 2-5, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas and California…
Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) is an important part of retirement planning that should not be overlooked. Although it can be a vital component of a well-rounded and realistic retirement plan for most, it is not necessarily for everyone. For example,…
If you die without a Will, then your entire estate could go to New York State. This is true regardless of the size of your estate or the donative intentions you may have. Unfortunately this was the case with the Estate of…
As millions of Baby Boomers approach retirement age they are faced with a task most never thought they would have – supporting their parents. More and more Boomers, who should be planning for their retirement years, see a portion of…
At a time in our history when the divorce rate in America is approximately 50%, and household debt is at a record high relative to disposable income, it is not unreasonable to be concerned with protecting your child’s inheritance from…
The American Jurist, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. once said, “The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.” And I am now that “old” man, who has helped many families qualify their loved one for Medicaid over…
The most well-known and popular type of trust is the Living Trust. This estate planning tool is so popular mainly because it is easy to administer and provides many advantages with few limitations. A Living Trust is an arrangement you…
So, what happens with all of my digital information? In today’s digital world many of us save time, energy, and paper by managing our finances and personal property online. Where we once had to actually take a trip to the…