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Are You the Trustee of a Special Needs Trust?

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  Are you the trustee of a Special Needs Trust? Do you have a child with a disability that will receive government benefits? Disability planning is an often overlooked aspect of estate planning that requires unique considerations and a deeper understanding from all of the parties involved. If you answered yes to either of the previous questions, you will need to be aware of what Special Needs … [Read more...] about Are You the Trustee of a Special Needs Trust?

Administering Special Needs Trusts (Audio)

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   "Administering Special Needs Trusts" by Attorney J. J. Gasior … [Read more...] about Administering Special Needs Trusts (Audio)

What Do I Do With My Estate Plan When Moving In or Out of the State

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Many of my clients intend to move from Maryland when they retire, either because they own property elsewhere and want to spend their retirement years there, or they want to be closer to children and grandchildren who live out of state.  Whether you’re moving out of the state or recently moved to Maryland, it is important to have your estate planning documents reviewed after you’ve settled in a new … [Read more...] about What Do I Do With My Estate Plan When Moving In or Out of the State

What Do I Do With My Estate Plan When Moving In or Out of the State

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  "What Do I Do With My Estate Plan When Moving In or Out of the State?" by Attorney Brooke J. Shemer … [Read more...] about What Do I Do With My Estate Plan When Moving In or Out of the State

The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

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  The attorneys at Sinclair Prosser Gasior are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys.  “The Academy” as it is commonly known,  is a group of attorneys dedicated to helping families plan their estate, preserve their assets and eventually distribute their wealth.  The Members of the Academy meet every six months to stay connected and educated on the latest estate planning … [Read more...] about The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Does Medicare Pay for Nursing Home Costs?

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  When considering how you will pay for nursing home costs, most people think of the following sources of payment: their income, their assets, maybe Medicare, maybe Medicaid and long term care insurance. They are certainly correct in thinking that their income and assets can pay for a nursing home. Long term care insurance will often pay depending on the policy coverage. Medicaid will pay for … [Read more...] about Does Medicare Pay for Nursing Home Costs?

Sinclair Prosser Gasior is pleased to present a FREE Continuing Educational Seminar!

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 A Free Continuing Education event for Financial Professionals Presented by Sinclair Prosser Gasior  Sponsored by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys  “The Maryland Trust Act”  December 3, 2014, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Registration and Breakfast 9 - 9:15 a.m. Crofton Country Club, 1691 Crofton Parkway, Crofton, MD 21114 The number of subjects encompassed under the topic of estate … [Read more...] about Sinclair Prosser Gasior is pleased to present a FREE Continuing Educational Seminar!

The Importance of Having Your Estate Planning Documents Reviewed When Moving Out of State

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  Whether you’re moving out of the state or recently moved to Maryland, it is important to have your estate planning documents reviewed after you are settled in a new state. Generally, a will executed outside of Maryland will be valid here if it is in writing, signed, and was executed in conformity with the other state’s laws.  However, other estate planning documents are state specific. Trusts … [Read more...] about The Importance of Having Your Estate Planning Documents Reviewed When Moving Out of State

Family Incentive Trust is Alternative to Disinheriting

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Recent headline news reported that actor Philip Seymour Hoffman left his entire estate to his girlfriend and nothing to his three young children, therefore disinheriting them.    It is reported that he did not want to create “trust fund kids”, or kids that live off a trust and never have to earn a living for themselves.  Through Mr. Hoffman’s planning, there is no provision for financial support … [Read more...] about Family Incentive Trust is Alternative to Disinheriting

Family Incentive Trust is Alternative to Disiheriting

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   "Family Incentive Trust is Alternative to Disinheriting" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about Family Incentive Trust is Alternative to Disiheriting

A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning

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  A particular type of Life Estate Deed can be an important tool in estate planning and Medicaid eligibility.  The titling of property is a large component of your estate planning which should be discussed when meeting with an attorney.  Often, your primary home is the first to be examined. How do you currently hold title to your house? There are a number of different ways to hold title to your … [Read more...] about A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning

A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning (Audio)

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  "A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning" by Attorney Jon J. Gasior … [Read more...] about A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning (Audio)

Robin Williams’ Estate Plan

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  Robin Williams' untimely death came as a shock to the world this past August.  As devastating as an unexpected, sudden death can be for the family, the need to settle the estate only adds to the stress of an already overwhelming situation. However, having an estate plan in place reduces the uncertainty and unknowns for the grieving family members, since the deceased person has already documented … [Read more...] about Robin Williams’ Estate Plan