Is an UTMA account the right choice?
Grandparents in love with their grandchildren – I am one of them. Our Ruby and Jo are so precious. So, we will do whatever we can to make our grandchildren’s lives the best. Not good or better, but the best…
Can my Parent Still Qualify for Medicaid if They Live With me?
Can I get Medicaid if I live with my daughter? If your parent is living with you, they can still qualify for Medicaid. It is very common for a parent who is ill, or one that requires some care, to…
Traslado de la tutela de un Estado a otro
A guardianship proceeding can be very expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally and physically draining—for the person who needs a guardian and the family members as well. Why Guardianship is Such a Hassle You have to file a petition with the court You have to serve…
¿Se protegen sus derechos como beneficiario?
As a beneficiary of an estate or trust you have a legal right to information, even if you were not named as the fiduciary (executor or trustee of an estate). If you are a beneficiary who is not getting answers…
What You Need to Know About Health Care Proxies in New York
A Health Care Proxy in New York is an estate planning or elder law document that allows you to appoint a trusted adult person to make medical decisions for you if you can't. This document is also used to provide…
Selling Real Property: Key Factors to Consider for Executors
If you are an estate trustee managing a trust or an executor of an estate that owns real property, you may need to sell the real property throughout the course of trust or estate administration. Before moving forward with the…
Cómo vivir con demencia tras el diagnóstico
It is common for older adults diagnosed with dementia to lack the necessary resources to care for themselves over time. If you or a family member has received a dementia diagnosis, begin immediately to discuss and seek guidance for future…
What Does It Mean to Be a “Fiduciary”?
A family member or friend may ask you to act as power of attorney to make medical or financial decisions on their behalf. This person may be planning for a time when they can't take care of their affairs due…
A History of Halloween Candy
For many, Halloween is a time to carve pumpkins together, dress up kids in costumes, and send them house to house to trick-or-treat for their favorite candy. Halloween candy wasn’t always popular. It began in the 1920s and 30s, becoming…
Living Trusts: How They Can Benefit Seniors
Unfortunately, seniors are prime targets for financial abuse and scams. The elderly are often taken advantage of by strangers — and sometimes even their own family members. That’s why it’s crucial to have planning in place to protect seniors and…