Many veterans and their families are aware of the basic benefits and services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs, but they are often unaware of a special VA pension that could reduce the cost of assisted living for veterans. This pension, called the Aid and Attendance pension, provides monetary assistance to veterans who need […]
Deciding Whether to Take On Power of Attorney for Someone in New Jersey
Obtaining power of attorney for someone can be a big undertaking that often coincides with an emotional time in your family. A power of attorney gives a person authority to make medical and/or financial decisions on behalf of someone else, should that person become unconscious or mentally incapacitated. New Jersey has a statute that controls […]
Finding the Right New Jersey or New York Senior Care Facility
When you begin thinking about long-term care for yourself or a family member, you might find the options overwhelming. From the level of assistance required to individual personality, you have a lot to consider in arriving at the best choice. Assisted and Independent Living: Assisted and independent living communities often look a lot like ordinary […]
Financial Fraud and Elder Abuse – Reverse Mortgage Scams
Regardless of age, we are all vulnerable to scams, as those seeking to take advantage of us have become very good at making things look legitimate. This is particularly the case when it comes to reverse mortgage scams that are ripping off a large percentage of individuals age sixty-two (62) and older. A reverse mortgage, also known […]
What Does it Mean to Have Power of Attorney to Make Decisions for Others?
A power of attorney is a legal document that gives a person the authority to act on another’s behalf. The scope of the power this person has is defined within the document. For example, if you want a spouse or child to have the power to act on your behalf as to financial and medical decisions, you […]
How To Prevent Yourself From Becoming a Victim on False Elder Law Advice Online
The internet has been a great tool for communicating important information from all parts of the world. You can find answers to common questions, find out what the weather is, go shopping online, or check the news, among others. However, most of us have come to learn that not everything you find online is complete and accurate, especially […]
Contributing to Your Grandchildren’s Future
When estate planning, gifting assets to your grandchildren can do more than help your descendants get a good start in life; it can also reduce the size of your estate and the tax that will be due upon your death.
Contract To Sell a Home Doesn’t Void Intent To Return
According to an appeal before a New York court, a Medicaid applicant who signed an intent to return home but later on sold his/her property (home) is honored to have the property eliminated from his/her available resources for the period and before the property was under been contract. Inglese v. Shah (N.Y. Sup. Ct., App. Div., […]
