After creating an estate plan, you cannot simply let it stay the same for the rest of your life. After all, life itself constantly changes, and your plan needs to reflect your life at its most current moment. So how do you handle estate plan reviews, then? Is there a...
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Common pitfalls when buying a second home
Your first home purchase may have come with several life lessons, but now you are ready to start thinking about adding a second home. After some consideration, you know what mistakes you made the first time, and you are ready to start looking for a second property....
The different types of elder abuse
Much research shows that the elderly experience a high rate of abuse. In recent years, some evidence shows that this level has only increased due to a multitude of reasons. Seniors have the potential to fall victim to several different types of manipulation or...
Estate plan options for parents of special needs children
An estate plan creates a specific outline of what you intend to do with your assets after your death. It is the best way to protect your family and ensure the carrying out of your wishes. If you have a child with special needs, you can make specific provisions for...
What are reasons to sign a rent-to-own agreement?
Some property owners are looking to sell their homes. Others choose to rent their houses to tenants. However, there is an arrangement that combines both of these options into one. You may rent a home for a period of time and then pay to purchase the residence,...
Will the Medicaid look-back period affect your eligibility?
Medicaid provides accessible healthcare to a large number of Americans who would struggle to afford medical treatment otherwise. If you are beginning the application process for Medicaid, though, you might experience some confusion over the so-called Medicaid...
Planning for federal estate taxes
A common question posed to the team here at the Law Offices of Bonnie M. Benson, P.A. is what expenses might face one's estate upon their death. A major element of estate planning is formulating strategies to avoid these expenses. Yet most assume that they cannot...
What is a legal description of land?
If you find yourself in a property dispute with one of your neighbors, the legal description of your property is your first line of defense in proving exactly what you own and how far your ownership rights extend. Unlike your street address, your property’s legal...
How do commercial and residential properties differ?
As someone looking to purchase property without much experience in the field, choosing which type of property to buy can create the first real roadblock in your decision-making. It is important to look at both the benefits and potential downsides of both commercial...
What are the plans for improvement of quality in nursing homes?
As the population continues to age, more focus turns toward the state of nursing homes across the nation. In short, many consider that they have fallen short in numerous crucial categories and that they need reform. The federal government intends to improve the...
