Can my mom qualify for medicaid?

There is a good chance your mom can qualify for programs to assist with expenses. Since these programs vary by state, I can't say for sure what is...

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My boyfriend and i have been together for almost a year if we get married will it effect his medicaid?

Medicaid is a federal/state partnership so major rules are the same throughout the U.S. but there are differences from state to state. Generally a...

How can I protect my assets from medicaid?

You have a few options. If you feel confident regarding your financial needs, you could convert some of your assets into income by purchasing an...

Help free lawyer elder abuse

If you believe a senior or disabled person is being abused, you can report to the local adult protective services office. The local social service...

In some states a so-called Lady Bird deed can be used to transfer real estate effective upon death. No statute in NJ authorizes Lady Bird deeds so...

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As a NJ resident, can I waive my right to receive more than $25,000 from my late mother-in-law's PA estate and redirect it?

Yes, but you wouldn't accomplish your goal. NJ inheritance tax applies where a decedent was domiciled in NJ. Apparently, you are saying your MIL...

If your mother has lost competence to manage her financial affairs, you can apply for guardianship and if the court agrees, you rather than your...

I am transferring property from an old Living Trust to a new Living Trust (completely new, not a restatement).

Any kind of deed that transfers title from one trust to the other should accomplish your objective BUT BEWARE, the type of deed can affect the...

Hi i am doing Power of Attorney paper work

Anyone who prepares a power of attorney himself rather than seeing a lawyer is making a HUGE mistake. A well drafted power of attorney permits a...

Does primary residence in grantor retained income trust get step-up in basis when trustor dies?

To answer your question a tax lawyer or accountant must review the trust instrument and circumstances. The basis would be Dad's basis upon...