Posts in Elder Law

Jul 07 Quirk in Medicare System’s Observation Status

There’s a troubling quirk in the Medicare system that occurs when older patients are hospitalized and instead of being officially ...

Jun 01 Should I Give My Kid the House Now or Leave It to Him in My Will?

Transferring your house to your children while you’re alive may avoid probate, the court process that otherwise follows death. ...

May 19 What Should I know about Financial Powers of Attorney?

A financial power of attorney is a document allowing an “attorney-in-fact” or “agent” to act on the principal’s behalf. It usually ...

Apr 13 Why Do I Need to Have Up-To-Date Beneficiaries on My Accounts?

Why Do I Need to Have Up-to-Date Beneficiaries on My Accounts? When a family member passes away, it can be a very unsettling time. ...

Apr 03 How Does the Coronavirus Relief Bill Affect Seniors?

How Does the Coronavirus Relief Bill Affect Seniors? The $2 trillion economic relief package that Congress passed to help ...

Apr 02 Will Your Estate Plan Work Now?

Will Your Estate Plan Work Now? The demise of the stretch IRA is causing many IRA owners and their advisors to take a look at how ...