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Karen Gale Jackson
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Did your mother sign a health care proxy (or whatever it is called in your...
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Henry Daniel Lively
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A probate should be opened to probate the will, unless the house was the only...
Steve Fromm
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Wow, this really sounds fishy. The will should be a matter of public record at...
Todd D. Schmitz
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It will not be counted as your asset for Medicaid purposes. But all transfers...
Janet Lee Brewer
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Contributor Level 7

Contact your local Elderly Protective Services agency. You can find contact...
Edward Joseph Smeltzer II
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Dad's rights will be based on the exact language of the deed and any other...
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Steve Fromm
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In addition to the valid planning considerations raised by the other attorneys,...
Henry Daniel Lively
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The federal rules allow your father to give $13,000 per year per person gift...
Mindy Stein
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I suggest that you consult with an elder law attorney in Alabama about becoming...
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Karen Gale Jackson
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Who told you he was "incapacitated"? If the person was loosely using the word,...
Biagio V. Musto II
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In general, household furnishings are considered exempt, at least in PA....
Henry Daniel Lively
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If it does not affect her contract or any possible government assistance she...
Steve Fromm
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Contributor Level 7

The prior attorney has given you accurate advice. In addition, if your dad is...
Karen Gale Jackson
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Contributor Level 3

I am sorry to say, but I can't help you either. It is my understanding that...
Frank A Selden
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Contributor Level 7

100% isn't the criteria. if they can take care of themselves 97% then gov't...
April Denise Hill
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You situation with your grandparents is not uncommon. As people decline some...
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Karen L Brady
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When applying for Medicaid, you must disclose all gifts made in the previous...
Steve Fromm
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Contributor Level 7

First, you need to talk with your father directly about these issues. If this...
Steve Fromm
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First, you need to talk with your father directly about these issues. If this...
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Ellen A. Victor
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Property ownership is a very complex issue when it comes to Medicaid. Without...
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Pamela Koslyn
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Contributor Level 10

Even if you use a stamp for your signature, won't you have the same problem...
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Karen Gale Jackson
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Since your home is your and your husband's residence, it is protected until you...

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