The 4 Most Important Estate Planning Steps

Most of us don't want to confront our own mortality or would prefer to hold off thinking about it until we reach a certain age or are even confronted by a long-term health issue. But neglecting to prioritize or complete your Estate Plan ultimately means you’re at risk of your...

The coronavirus pandemic is at the forefront of everyone’s minds right now, and just about everyone has had to makemajor changes to their lives to contain its spread. However, the coronavirus has been particularly impactful on the elderly and those with chronic health conditions, who may not be prepared for...

New York (NY) Medicaid is a federal and state-funded program that provides health coverage for long-term care services, including care at home or in a nursing home. NY Medicaid is complex and applicants find the process confusing and difficult to navigate. It is important that those who are looking to...

Open enrollment for Medicare for the 2018 year is from October 15, 2017, until December 7, 2017. During this annual enrollment period, there are a number of changes you may make to your current healthcare policy, including switching your Part D or Medicare Advantage plan. There are so many options...

In New York State, the Do Not Resuscitate order (DNR) was established in 1985 by a task force then overseen by Governor Mario Cuomo. It was established to resolve legal issues arising out of the refusal to provide end-of-life treatment. A DNR is a medical directive that applies only to...

The round, Formica kitchen table was cluttered with prescription bottles, bowls, pens and a misshapen pile of papers, statements, and (more…)

Baby boomers are classified as a group of people born between the years of 1946 and 1964. As many as (more…)

It is all too common for individuals to delay the planning of their estate until later in life. A 2016 (more…)

Last week, the United States Department of Agriculture released results of a study that found the cost of raising a child to the age of 18 is approximately $233,610. While that number may seem astronomical to some, the cost of taking care of an elderly parent or loved one regularly...

Many people recognize the importance of having a Will and other estate planning documents. However, to avoid the cost and (more…)