Here’s something that surprises a lot of people: debt doesn’t automatically disappear when someone passes away. When a loved one dies, families are already
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Getting Access to Assets and Benefits After the Death of a Loved One
Published on September 1, 2020. Last Updated on November 18, 2025. The death of a loved one is one of the most painful and
Why Gifting Assets Can Backfire When It Comes to Medicaid
It feels natural to give money to your kids, especially during the holidays. Maybe you’re helping with a down payment, paying off student loans, or
How Mediation Can Save a Family
Published on September 2, 2020. Last Updated on November 11, 2025. Family conflict can surface at the moments when loved ones most need unity—during
I Am a Parent of a Child With Special Needs; Where Do I Start?
Published on September 7, 2020. Last Updated on November 4, 2025. Parents of children with disabilities often find themselves overwhelmed, uncertain, and emotionally drained
Estate Planning Basics: What Everyone Should Have in Place
Published on October 14, 2020. Last Updated on October 28, 2025. As an elder law attorney, one of the most common questions I hear is,
The Scary Truth About Probate
Probate doesn’t come with ghosts or haunted houses, but it can feel just as frightening for families who aren’t prepared. Picture this: your loved ones
Complete Senior Transitions: A One-Stop Solution to Changes in Senior Living
On a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, Jeff sat down with Pam Kovalewski and Paul Hayes, the
Is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust Right for You?
A few years ago, a woman came into our office with worry written all over her face. Her husband’s health was beginning to decline, and
Insecurity Under the New SECURE Act: What It Means for Your Estate Plan
Published on January 29, 2020. Last Updated on October 14, 2025. On December 20, 2019, Congress passed one of the most significant pieces of
Will Your Legacy Survive the Next Generation?
I’ll never forget a story a client once shared with me. Her father had spent his entire life building a successful business. He passed away,
Inside Legend of Lancaster: A Compassionate Approach to Personal and Memory Care
On a recent episode of The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show, Jeff sat down with Sarah Bucher of Legend of Lancaster,











