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This decision should be based on three main things: 1) the type of trust you are creating, 2) the assets you are putting into the trust, and 3) the dynamics of the family or others involved.

Guardianship in New York is typically sought in situations where an individual is unable to make decisions for themselves due to incapacity.

Each year, there are slight adjustments to the financial eligibility requirements of Community Medicaid for adults receiving the assistance of a home health aide.

The 72.5 million Americans receiving social security will enjoy a 2.5% cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase in 2025.

Heart disease is the number one killer in women here in the U.S., claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined.

Starting in March 2025, New York State will be condensing down to one Fiscal Intermediary (FI) from the over 600 FIs that currently operate in this arena.

A last will and testament is meant to respect your wishes in the time after your death, while a living will is used to honor your wishes in the last moments of your life.

You can renounce your right as Executor and decline to act by simply signing a Renunciation of Nominated Executor form in front of a notary.

Probate is the process by which a last will and testament is accepted by the Surrogate’s Court.

The process of appointing a legal guardian can take many months, so it is important to have a U.S.-based or a NY-based guardian to care for your kids.