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The Importance of Itemizing Your Debts During Estate PlanningA New York estate planning lawyer explains how to make a comprehensive list of your debts and prevent creditors from taking your loved ones’ inheritances.
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Common Mistakes That Could Prevent You From Getting Medicaid Benefits When You Need ThemA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how making large gifts or failing to set up a trust can delay the benefits you need for long-term care.
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Crisis Planning if a Spouse Needs Medicaid as Soon as PossibleA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how to qualify for benefits as soon as possible if your spouse needs immediate long-term care.
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Ways to Spend Down Without Incurring a Medicaid Penalty in New YorkA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how to spend excess funds during the lookback period without risking benefit delays and penalties.
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A Step-by-Step Guide for People Who Have Been Diagnosed With DementiaA New York elder law attorney explains why patients and families should meet with a lawyer as soon as possible after a dementia diagnosis.
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Things to Keep in Mind When Tax Time Rolls AroundA New York estate planning attorney explains why April 15th is a great time to discuss gift tax benefits and manage potential taxation of your assets.
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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.