How to Protect Assets from Medicaid Spend Down?
Several types of special income trusts and other strategies can be helpful when trying to protect your family’s assets from the devastating costs of long-term care.
Ethan Huizenga December 30, 2021
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How Does Medicaid Count Assets?
Although the Medicaid system may be a generally recognized public benefit, the intricacies of the program usually do not become relevant to individuals, until they face the need to use it.
Ethan Huizenga November 24, 2021
Key Dates for Planning Retirement
Each type of retirement benefit has a different eligibility age. Your age plays a big role in how much you can expect to receive from Social Security and what you need to do to avoid retirement account penalties.
Ethan Huizenga October 1, 2021
How Important Is a Power of Attorney?
With a Power of Attorney, you designate which individuals are in control of your assets and who can take care of your affairs, if you are unable to do so.
Ethan Huizenga September 29, 2021
Do I Make Too Much Money for Medicaid?
You should start by talking to an estate planning attorney who can look at your assets and income and see what impact they will have on Medicaid eligibility.
Ethan Huizenga April 13, 2021
How to: Plan for Spouse’s Medicaid
When a spouse enters a nursing home, the cost of care can be financially devastating. Many families are simply unable to afford long-term care without applying for Medicaid.
Ethan Huizenga February 3, 2021
Devils, Details, and Deadlines: Performing the Attribution of Resources
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Ethan Huizenga April 2, 2019
Devils, Details, and Deadlines: SSI vs. SSDI – What’s the Difference?
Some of the most impactful work we do involves setting up financial protections for disabled individuals. Part of that process includes exploring federal income benefits,
Ethan Huizenga February 5, 2019
In the News: Iowa’s Highest Court Rules Against Medicaid Applicant
Trusts can be a highly effective tool in nursing home planning. Certain types of trusts are effective even when a nursing home stay is imminent
Ethan Huizenga January 29, 2019
Watch Your Language: D.R.A.
In 2005, Congress passed legislation which, among many, many other things, changed the way a Medicaid applicant’s resources and past transfers are considered. This bill is called the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 and was signed by the President on February 8, 2006.[Read More]
Ethan Huizenga October 11, 2016
