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When Should I Start Looking into Long-Term Care Insurance?

Posted on: October 18, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Healthcare can be a daunting prospect for seniors, namely because health issues can creep up as people age, and because Medicare comes with a lot of hidden costs that seniors aren't well-prepared for. However, if there's one health-related expense that can really catch retirees off-guard, it's none other than long-term care.
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Talk to your parents about their estate plan

How Will New Legislation Update Supplemental Social Security?

Posted on: October 17, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives are looking to significantly increase that ceiling, with a bill introduced this month that would raise SSI’s asset limit to $10,000 for an individual and $20,000 for couples.
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S. Martin Gordon has retired. David Parker has taken over.

Posted on: October 16, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
From the Desk of S. Martin Gordon attorney at law I wanted to share some recent news with you, my dear client. I have decided to merge my practice, S. Martin Gordon with my colleague, David Parker of the Parker Law Firm. The website address gordontrustlaw will shut down. As I considered the future, I […]
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What doesn't Medicare cover.

Must Spend Down an IRA Before I Can Apply for Medicaid?

Posted on: October 16, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Can a nursing home make a person who is in the home liquidate money in an IRA and spend it down to pay for care, before they can apply for Medicaid?
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Co-op and transferring to the kids

Do It Yourself Deeding Her Home Went Wrong–Fast

Posted on: October 15, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
I want to divide my estate equally among their three children. I’ve mapped out a plan to dispose of my property without any probate whatsoever. I put it together from what I’ve read on the internet. It’s just marvelous what you can learn by Googling things, don’t you think?
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Does a trust provide asset protection ?

Should We Include Our Children in Our Charitable Giving Plans?

Posted on: October 14, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Apparently, your rich grandpa can’t donate his fortune to charity in peace.
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What Is a Pour-Over Will?

Posted on: October 13, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
When you create a living trust, you also sign a pour-over will. One of the main benefits of a trust is avoiding a court proceeding on death called probate, which is when wills are used.
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The Art of Being a Smart Snowbird

Posted on: October 12, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In the next few months, thousands of northerners — so-called “snowbirds” — will escape their snowy, cold climates to spend the winter in warm, sunny spots in the southern or western part of the United States.
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Is It Safe to Drive with Age-Related Hearing Loss?

Posted on: October 11, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Audiology experts say that most people with hearing impairment can be safer drivers, if they follow these recommendations.
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Estate Planning and Second Marriage

What are Some Estate Planning Tips for Couples Without Children?

Posted on: October 10, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you and your spouse are child-free, you may think you don't need to think about comprehensive estate planning—but you'd be wrong. You'll still want to ensure your assets go where you'd like them to after you're gone, rather than being divvied up by the state.
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