On Air with Deanna M. Eble
Deanna M. Eble joined Hilary Topper On Air Radio Show Deanna M. Eble joined Hilary Topper on her talk show, Hilary Topper on Air. During this podcast, Estate Planning in a Second Marriage, Deanna discusses how you can be…
Do I Qualify for Supplemental Security Income?
Social Security is a retirement benefit for individuals who are working and contributing to the social security system. However, it also has a benefit for disabled workers and disabled individuals. Supplemental Security Disability Social Security Disability (SSD) is a plan…
Is a Pooled Income Trust Right for Me?
A pooled trust allows disabled individuals who are under age 65 to become financially eligible for public assistance, e.g. Medicaid, SSI, etc. This type of trust provides flexibility—allowing individuals to preserve their assets and monthly income necessary to pay for supplemental needs that are not covered by public assistance.
There are various types of pooled trusts. Many people are unaware of the pooled income trust which can be established by anyone (including seniors) to protect their monthly income and still access Medicaid.
Protect Your Special Needs Child: Be Informed & Prepared
Parents of children with special needs will inevitably face the following question: Who is going to make health care and financial decisions for my child when I am unable to do so?
Planning and preparing the appropriate documentation for children with special needs will ensure protection for your loved ones.
Estate Planning — Like an Ironman!
Estate Planning and an Ironman event…what does one have to do with the other you ask? EVERYTHING!
As a proud wife of a first-time Ironman and an elder law attorney, I can explain.
Step 1: Hire a Coach
- Most first-time Ironmen striving to cross that finish line after 140.6 miles of swimming, biking and running need direction on how to build up their endurance for such a long race.
- Most people doing estate planning for the first time need a plan to protect their assets. Elder law attorneys know what needs to be done to protect your assets from your future long-term care costs.
There is No Substitute for Sound Legal Advice
Everyone has their niche.
Financial advisors have a certain field of expertise, and most are very good at what they do. However, when it comes to elder law, Medicaid and estate planning, there is no substitute for sound legal advice.
Case study:
A retiree originally made an appointment with a law firm specializing in estate planning and elder law – but, a family friend was a financial advisor. He decided to work with his friend and canceled his appointment with the law firm.