Estate recovery in Pennsylvania is the state's attempt at getting paid back at the time of an individual’s death for care that it has provided
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Protecting Against Exploitation of An Elderly Individual
In my career as an estate planning and elder law attorney, I have encountered numerous occasions where it was very clear to me that my
It is with great mixed emotions that I write this ….
As many of you know, Bill Poole and wife Michelle Poole have been members of our team for nearly four and a half years. Both
Grantor Trusts Versus Non-grantor Trusts
When we are educating on trusts and the use of trusts in estate planning, people often get a concept confused. There is a difference between a
Family Caregivers – Thank You! 🙏
Being a family caregiver is one of the most rewarding, amazing experiences that children can provide to their loved ones. I have heard time and
The Emotional Impact of the Guardianship Process
There are very few times in my career that I can remember being in tears and having a difficult time separating myself from the situation
Defining Family for Estate Planning Purposes
While I was presenting the other day, a woman in the audience raised her hand and asked me to define what is a family for
Should I put my child’s name on my house to avoid probate?
We get this question at least once a week in the offices at Bellomo & Associates. Unfortunately, like other areas of estate planning and elder
Reflecting On Gratitude
The Bellomo & Associates Team took a minute to pause and reflect on we are grateful for when it comes to serving the families in
Should I Preplan My Funeral?
I want to state right up front that I am not a funeral director, nor am I licensed to sell any insurance products or receive
Should I Buy Long-Term Care Insurance?
I get asked this question all the time in my practice. I want to begin by saying I am not a financial advisor, nor am
Same-sex unmarried couples and inheritance tax
Since May 20th, 2014, same-sex marriage has been legally recognized in Pennsylvania as a result of a federal district court judge ruling that the Commonwealth’s