Senior citizen choices when selling a home. What to do if already on Medicaid?? What safe choices are there to keep her money?

As Attorney Smolinsky stated, this would a question for an elder law attorney in Illinois. However, in Massachusetts, a primary residence may be...

I agree with Attorney Carrier - this transfer is potentially a bad idea. By gifting the house to you during lifetime, rather than having it go to...

Power of attorney,executor of will

Yes, the same person may be appointed in a power of attorney document and the executor of a Will. The may also be a taker under the Will. This...

Can a person going into nursing home, mind is good, body is not, disburse Xmas & B/D checks and what is Max Amount so there are

In Massachusetts there is a sixty month look back when a person is applying for MassHealth. Any gifts within that five year period can be a big...

Does age alone qualify someone for Medicaid?

As Attorney Carrier wrote, age alone does not qualify your brother for Medicaid. However, he probably does qualify for Medicare. Medicare Part A is...

What would the consequences be of my widowed father deeding his house to me when he passes away?

I agree 100% with Attorney Shovelin. In addition to the gift tax and liability issues she mentioned, if you are currently a joint owner on the real...

How long does one have to bill for any charges on nursing home care once a person is deceased?

As Attorney Valkenet said, creditors may file a claim against the estate of a deceased person for a valid debt. But, there may be a statute of...

Inherited Money I want to leave to my kids.

I think a new trust for your children is the best idea. I am not admitted in Oregon, but in Massachusetts, a spouse has the right to inherit from a...

I agree with Attorney Bachara's advice. Any gift made within 5 years of applying for Medicaid will disqualify your Grandmother from receiving...

By responsible, I assume you mean financially responsible should your mother-in-law have an accident. Generally, the answer would be, "No." It...

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