When people hear the word legacy, they often think about money. Who gets what? How much is passed down? Whether assets are divided fairly. While
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Planning for Long-Term Care Without Losing Everything
One of the biggest fears families share, often quietly, is this question: What happens if I need long-term care and it wipes out everything I
7 Steps Executors Must Take After a Loved One Dies
Being named an executor is an honor, but it often arrives at one of the hardest moments of your life. While you are grieving the
What Is Medicaid Planning and When Should You Start?
Why “Just Spend It Down” Is Not a Real Plan You have probably heard someone say, “Just spend down the assets and apply for Medicaid.”
Guardianship vs. Power of Attorney: What’s the Difference?
When a Loved One Can’t Make Decisions, Who Steps In and How This question usually comes up during stressful moments. A medical emergency. A new
The Real Cost of Dying Without an Estate Plan
Why Waiting Until Later Is the Most Expensive Choice You Can Make One of the first questions people ask when they start thinking about estate
Don’t Let a Healthcare Crisis Turn Into a Legal Crisis
Published on January 13, 2020. Last Updated on December 30, 2025. Most people understand that estate planning is important. They know they should have
Long-Term Care Insurance: Not Just for Nursing Homes
Published on January 17, 2020. Last Updated on December 23, 2025. Long-term care insurance is one of the most misunderstood topics in estate planning
10 Myths About Trusts That Could Cost Your Family Thousands
You have probably heard someone say that trusts are only for the ultra-wealthy. That one myth alone can cost families time, money, and peace. At
Your Loved One Just Passed Away: What to Do First
Published on January 24, 2020. Last Updated on December 16, 2025. When a loved one passes away, families are often overwhelmed with emotion, uncertainty,
What Families Need to Know About VA Benefits
This blog is inspired by a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, where Jeff Bellomo sat down with
Crisis Planning: What to Do If a Loved One Suddenly Needs Care
One hospital stay can change everything. One moment, your loved one is completely independent, and the next, you find yourself trying to make decisions that











