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On Wednesday Congressman Ted Deutch published an editorial in Politico advocating on behalf of a stalled federal initiative known as the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act (CLASS). The measure was hailed as the first federal attempt to address the nation’s long-term care crisis. All those in our area…
Last month Forbes discussed an estate feud that brewed followed the suicide death of a reality show star. Late this summer, the 47-year old star of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” Russell Armstrong, took his own life. His wife, Taylor Armstrong, had filed for divorce shortly before the death. However,…
The gift tax has implications in a variety of New York estate planning situations, from deciding the best way to provide aid to loved ones to conducting business succession planning. As with many other tax issues, timing is important because lawmakers at the federal and state level can change these…
Last week Reuters discussed the growing number of adult Americans who are financially supporting their senior parents. As the author quips, many of these residents have becomes the “Bank of Sons and Daughters” after the recent financial crisis decimated the savings of many elderly family members. According to MetLife‘s new…
It is no surprise that only 9% of Baby Boomers stated in a new Associated Press poll that they were “strongly convinced” that they would be able to live comfortably when they retired. With financial affairs in flux for many members of the 77-million strong Baby Boomer generation, many are…
An article this week from West Fair Online explained how professionals working with residents on financial issues have seen a significant increase in demand for their services as of late. While there may be a tendency among some to become paralyzed when the economy is so volatile, many others view…
The aging of the population both in our state and throughout the country is leading many community members to re-think the best way to provide long-term care for seniors when they reach their golden years. In the past, options for seniors were few and far between. In most cases a…
Any time is a good one for local residents to conduct New York estate planning, because no one can say with certainty what tomorrow will bring. Having a plan in place provides the peace of mind of knowing that affairs will be handled no matter what the future holds. However,…
The New York elder law estate planning attorneys at our firm have worked for years with local GLBT residents on the unique issues that they face when planning for their long-term financial, social, and physical well being. Even though New York leveled the playing field this year by passing legislation…
When it comes to New York estate planning, timing matters. While it is always better to conduct some long-term financial and well-being preparation than none, there is a large benefit to handling the planning while one is still capable. This means before a medical emergency strikes. Of course, it is…