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Thinking of your own mortality can undoubtedly be unsettling, but despite the fact that it may not be the most pleasant conversation to have, it is important to discuss your final wishes with your children. If you plan to leave behind an inheritance for them in the...
Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that occurs on a spectrum, with some individuals experiencing worse symptoms than others. Roughly one out of every 54 children falls somewhere on the autism spectrum. If your child has autism spectrum disorder, you...
One of the most important goals of a comprehensive estate plan is minimizing tax obligations in as many ways as possible. The probate process following an unexpected death can easily result in a significant tax claim on the estate by both the state of New York and the...
For seniors in New York, finding the funds for long-term nursing care can be a major concern. Nursing care in a facility is not covered by Medicare, and the costs quickly amount to tens of thousands of dollars. Instead, Medicaid, a program jointly administered by both...
Mental incapacity and dementia are becoming more common in New York and around the country as lifespans grow longer and treatments for deadly diseases like cancer become more effective. This means that even an individual who has full control of their mental faculties...
Are you seeking an easy way to pass on investments to your survivors that allows them to skip probate? If so, you should consider creating transfer on death, or TOD, accounts for some of your investments. The state of New York recognizes this provision for various...
Many people in Camillus, New York think estate planning only involves making a will, but they have more options. A person can create a trust to hold assets for a beneficiary until a specified date. Trusts come in several types, but irrevocable trusts are a common type...
Medicaid is a government health care program that provides coverage to millions of low-income individuals, pregnant women, seniors and those with disabilities. For eligible recipients who live in New York, the state administers benefits. Recent changes to the state...
Probate has a bad reputation in New York. In fact, some attorneys will give you tips on avoiding probate as much as possible. While probate can delay the asset distribution process, you don't have to treat it as a "necessary evil." Why does probate have a bad...
New York residents who end up in a nursing home can end up losing the majority of their assets. The expense of full-time nursing homes can be extravagant, costing an average of $8,821 per month for a private room. With Social Security benefits paying out an average of...
