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Protecting Your Furry Friends With a New York Pet TrustDo you want to make a provision for your dog or cat in your will? A New York estate planning attorney explains how to create a pet trust.
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The Importance of Funding Your Irrevocable Trust as Soon as PossibleA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains why it’s vital for people to fund their trust correctly and promptly to avoid problems in the future.
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Protecting Second-Generation Inheritances From Being LostWill your fortune be gone by the time your grandchildren reach adulthood? A New York estate planning attorney explains how to preserve family wealth.
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Key Events That Should Trigger a Review of Your Estate PlanHas it been a while since you updated your will? A New York estate planning attorney explains when you should review and make changes to your plan.
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Benefits of Using an Asset Protection Trust to Qualify for MedicaidAn irrevocable asset protection trust can help New Yorkers qualify for Medicaid benefits, but only if the trust meets certain requirements.
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Medicaid Lookback Period Has Been Pushed to October 2022New Yorkers who are thinking about applying for Medicaid home care benefits could be subject to a lookback period between 15 and 30 months.
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Wills and Trusts in Your Estate Plan: How to Make the Right ChoiceWills and trusts are both used as estate planning tools in New York, but choosing the wrong one may not protect your assets or pass them to your heirs.
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Get the Facts on New York Probate in Our New BookAre you acting as the executor of an estate? A New York estate administration lawyer has written a step-by-step probate guide just for you.
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The Different Ways to React to Upcoming Tax Law ReformA New York estate planning attorney discusses the pros and cons of redoing your plan before or after changes are made to federal tax laws.
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Problems During Probate Can Lead to Heartache and Costly LitigationA New York estate litigation attorney explains why probate cases end up in court and which parties need legal representation as soon as possible.