Tell Me again Why Estate Planning Is So Important
Posted on July 10, 2021 by shieldsandboris
We all have heard about family conflict stories. Someday, someone with the capital dies, and there is a war among family members.
Short-Cuts to Estate Planning can Lead to Costly Consequences
Posted on July 9, 2021 by shieldsandboris
Over the years I get all kinds of questions from people. And boy, have I heard some doozies. But one common one I get is called the ‘lazy (or poor) man’s (or woman’s’) estate planning.’ This type of estate planning has some very negative tax consequences.
When Should an Estate Plan Be Reviewed?
Posted on July 8, 2021 by shieldsandboris
The documents may still be valid but if they are stale or outdated, you may spend significant money trying to use them down the road.
Can I Retain Some Assets and Still Be Eligible for Medicaid?
Posted on July 6, 2021 by shieldsandboris
The bill for long-term care adds up fast. The annual median cost for a private room in a nursing home was $105,850 in 2020, according to Genworth. The government could pick up these costs if you qualify for Medicaid, but that’s easier said than done.