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How Does Life Insurance Affect an Estate Plan?

Planning with life insurance requires the advice of competent insurance professionals and estate planning attorneys to ensure the most advantageous outcome for you and your beneficiaries.

July 3, 2025
ISM Changes for SSI Recipients Effective September 30, 2024

Starting September 30, 2024, food will no longer be considered “In-Kind Support and Maintenance” (ISM) for SSI purposes.

September 10, 2024
What Are the Different Types of Trusts?

The right trust for you will depend on the problems you are trying to solve. This blog post breaks down some of the most common types of trusts and when they might be beneficial.

September 5, 2024
Estate Tax Planning with SLATs

A SLAT is an irrevocable trust created by one spouse for the benefit of the other that can help reduce estate tax liability at the time of death.

August 13, 2024
What Trustees Need to Know About Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts

Understanding the rules of the irrevocable trust and who can access the trust can be complicated. Here are some rules to keep in mind.

July 22, 2024
What Tax Season Means for a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust

If you're a trustee of a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) established by a loved one—such as a parent—you might wonder about the tax implications of this role, especially as Tax Day approaches. It's crucial to understand the nuances of tax reporting for these trusts to ensure compliance and avoid potential penalties.

April 15, 2024
Estate Planning for the Modern Family: The Intricacies of Evolving Family Structures

In today's diverse society, the definition of a “typical” family has evolved far beyond the traditional model of two spouses and their joint children. Blended families, long-term partnerships with children from previous relationships, and single-by-choice parents are now common.

February 26, 2024
Do I Need to Update a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust?

Question: I had an irrevocable trust drawn up for me years ago. What are its benefits, and do I need to update it?

December 21, 2023
Avoiding Probate with a Revocable Trust

Revocable Trusts have become increasingly popular estate planning tools to avoid probate. A trust allows for the orderly and private administration of your assets at death without court involvement.

December 15, 2023
Can You Sell a Home Bequeathed to You in a Last Will and Testament?

Q: My grandparents on my mom’s side are leaving me their house in their will after they both pass away, will I be able to sell it right away?

December 12, 2023