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Understanding Capacity in Estate Planning Decisions
When families begin exploring estate and elder law planning, one of the…
What “Capacity” Really Means in Estate Planning
When families begin thinking about estate planning or long-term care, one of…
Paying Family Caregivers the Right Way
When a family member provides care, paying them may feel like a…
Medicaid Estate Recovery in NY: What It Is and What It Is Not
Many families worry they will lose everything if a loved one receives…
The Hidden Costs of Nursing Home Care and How Trusts Can Help Cover Them
Families throughout Putnam County often begin their long-term care journey by looking…
If You Are Married, Your “Plan” Is Bigger Than Your Will
Many married couples believe that updating their will is enough to ensure…
Blended Family? Plan Now to Avoid Future Fights
Second marriages bring love, companionship, and often, complex estate planning questions. When…
The Deed Is the Plan, Sometimes
Two couples. Two side-by-side homes in Putnam County. The first couple owns…
Should You Use a TOD Deed to Avoid Probate in NY?
When Mark, a retired teacher in Putnam County, updated his estate plan,…