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The Perils Of DIY Estate Planning
Estate planning is a crucial process that ensures the security of your family and assets when you pass away. However, many people are tempted to
My Loved One is in a Nursing Home, is it too Late?
“My loved one is in a nursing home, is it too late?” The simple answer is no, it is not too late! The only time
Alzheimer’s Disease: The Game Changer
In the mid-90’s, my grandpa Bellomo was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, and I remember watching him progress through the stages of this disease and thinking
Estate planning and the Dysfunctional Family
Over my career as an estate planning and elder law attorney, I swear I have seen just about everything. I cannot remember a fact pattern that
Potential Decrease in Federal Gift and Estate Tax Exemption, Did it Pass and Does it Impact You?
A hot topic among our clients is the proposed amendment to the Federal Lifetime Gift & Estate Tax Exclusion and how it may affect their
Why You Should look at LTC Insurance
The bottom line is that LTC (long term care) insurance has come a long way. There are new types of LTC insurance and even a
Considerations For Trust Type
Trusts are a major tool in estate planning. Trusts can be used for disability planning, probate avoidance, asset protection, and/or tax planning. Given the high
Comparing Life Care Planning to Traditional Elder Law
This year, we are getting the word out there about the Life Care Planning we offer that involves a licensed social worker to act as
How to Help Your Loved One Avoid Isolation
Isolation is something that many seniors experience on a regular basis. However, with the COVID pandemic, that isolated feeling is more common than ever. Today,
Keep Our Loved Ones at Home
I have never had a client tell me that they want to go to a nursing home. Almost daily in my practice I hear that
The Bellomo Name
Growing up Italian is something I am very proud of. I love my family with all of my heart. The last name Bellomo means the