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Moving to a New State? Be Sure to Update Your Estate Plan

Clifford M. Cohen February 1, 2021 No Comments

While legally you may not need all-new estate planning documents if you move to a different state, you should have your documents reviewed by a local attorney in your new…

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Your Medical Directive

Clifford M. Cohen February 1, 2021 No Comments

Any complete estate plan should include a medical directive, which can encompass a number of different documents.

Can You Visit Nursing Home Residents After They are Vaccinated?

Clifford M. Cohen January 26, 2021 No Comments

COVID vaccines are starting to roll out to nursing homes across the country, signaling the beginning of the end of the pandemic. Once your loved one has had both doses…

The Attorney's Role in Medicaid Planning

Clifford M. Cohen January 26, 2021 No Comments

Do you need an attorney for even "simple" Medicaid planning? This depends on your situation, but in most cases, the prudent answer would be "yes."

Who Should Purchase Long-Term Care Insurance?

Clifford M. Cohen January 26, 2021 No Comments

Buying long-term care insurance is one way to protect against the high cost of long-term care. However, this type of insurance may not be for everyone, so consider all your…

What Is Critical Illness Insurance and Is It Worth Buying?

Clifford M. Cohen January 26, 2021 No Comments

Many employers offer critical illness insurance as part of their benefit package. What is this insurance and is it worth purchasing? Before paying for a plan, you should read the…

Five Reasons to Have a Will

Clifford M. Cohen January 8, 2021 No Comments

Your will is a legally-binding statement directing who will receive your property at your death. Why should you have a will? Here are some reasons.

Using Life Insurance as Part of Your Estate Plan

Clifford M. Cohen January 8, 2021 No Comments

Life insurance can play a few key roles in an estate plan, depending on your age and situation in life.

How to Create an Estate Plan That Includes Your Pet

Clifford M. Cohen January 8, 2021 No Comments

Pets are members of the family, so it is important to consider how to provide for them in your estate plan just as you would the human family members.

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Credit Shelter Trusts Aren’t Just for the Super Wealthy

Clifford M. Cohen January 8, 2021 No Comments

Credit shelter trusts are a way to take full advantage of state and federal estate tax exemptions. Although such trusts may appear needless unless you are a multi-millionaire, there are…

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