There seems to be a lot of confusion about the use of annuities for Medicaid planning. There are many financial services companies out there offering all kinds of them. Recently there seems to be a big push in the marketplace …
The Truth About Medicaid Eligibility
I regularly get questions about protecting assets and qualifying for Medicaid to pay for nursing home care. There are many misconceptions about nursing home Medicaid eligibility. We have discussed some of these issues before. However, since I continue to get …
Do You Really Have an Estate Plan
You have done more than the majority of people in the state of Michigan, you have some estate planning documents. You have a will, a power of attorney or two, and maybe even a trust. But you also have a …
Providing for Special Needs Loved Ones
Last week, we discussed protecting your special needs child or other loved one who is developmentally disabled and/or legally incapacitated. As we talked about, if you are your loved one’s primary caregiver or caretaker, proper planning dictates that you designate …
Protecting Special Needs Loved Ones
You may have a special needs child or other loved one who is developmentally disabled and/or legally incapacitated. Since his or her birth, you have been the primary caregiver. Have you thought about what would happen if you could no …