by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Feb 28, 2025 | Elder Law
Estate planning is a very important process in securing your financial future and protecting your assets. One very important aspect of estate planning, especially in relation to Medicaid eligibility, is the five year lookback period. This rule plays a huge role in how...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Feb 21, 2025 | Estate Planning
Disinheriting the spouse is among one of the most sensitive and complex issues in estate planning. Many people believe that they have full control over what happens to their assets upon their death, but in fact, most states have laws that prevent a surviving spouse...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Feb 17, 2025 | Estate Planning
As a homeowner, one is usually in search of ways to protect the most valuable asset, your home. The best way to protect your house and ensure that it passes smoothly to your loved ones is to place it in a trust. This comprehensive guide will explain how to protect...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Feb 13, 2025 | Elder Law
What is Medicaid Payback? Medicaid payback, or what some people refer to as Medicaid estate recovery or Medicaid clawback, is the process in which state Medicaid programs seek reimbursement for long-term care costs paid on behalf of a Medicaid recipient after their...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Jan 28, 2025 | In The News
Today, our lives are so closely linked with technology, which means so are digital assets and estate planning. Digital assets include things from social media accounts to investments in cryptocurrency, among other components, both personal and financial. With so much...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Jan 21, 2025 | Estate Planning, In The News
As the holiday season approaches or special occasions arise, many people consider gifting money or assets to their loved ones. Gifting to family members can be a thoughtful way to provide financial support, help with major life expenses, or simply show your care and...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Jan 12, 2025 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is not static, it changes along with your life’s circumstances, financial situation, and continuously changing legal landscape. At the outset of 2025, there is a significant reason for understanding that not only can you make estate plan changes, but...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Jan 6, 2025 | In The News
An Advanced Health Care Directive is a very important legal document in which a patient can state their wishes as to medical treatment and end-of-life care. This strong tool ensures your healthcare preferences are followed, even if you are unable to do so yourself. At...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Dec 23, 2024 | Elder Law
Understanding Key Elder Law Terms Elder law encompasses many legal terms and concepts that even lawyers sometimes may find challenging. Whether you are planning for your own future or that of a loved one, this is an important area in which to gain a basic...
by Antanavage Farbiarz PLLC | Dec 16, 2024 | Elder Law
Understanding Long-Term Care Medicaid With the aging of the population, many Americans find their need for long-term care services increasing. For most of these people, long-term care coverage under Medicaid becomes an important lifeline. At Antanavage Farbiarz, our...
