by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | May 13, 2024 | Blog, Long Term Care
Gifting assets to family and friends is a common practice, especially as individuals plan for the future distribution of their estate. When it comes to eligibility for public benefits like Medicaid, however, frequent gifting can present significant risks and complications. Specifically, we want to share with you how gifts made within the past five years, or sixty months, can impact long-term care planning as well as how working with an elder...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | May 8, 2024 | Blog
May is National Elder Law Month, a time dedicated to focusing on the legal issues and challenges that aging adults encounter and how to support them effectively. In Florida, where there is a significant senior population, understanding how to care for aging individuals is crucial. Let us share five essential tips to help provide better care and ensure the legal protection of aging family members in Florida. 1. Understand Florida-specific estate...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Apr 5, 2024 | Blog
National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day provides a timely reminder of the importance of managing medications responsibly. This is not only to prevent misuse but also to ensure that those we care for, especially aging loved ones, are safely and effectively managing their prescriptions. For families navigating the complexities of elder care, however, medication management can be a daunting task. This challenge underscores the broader...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Feb 26, 2024 | Estate Planning
Navigating the evolving legal landscape presents challenges for businesses today, especially with the introduction of new regulations like the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This significant legislative change requires certain businesses to report ownership information, with the goal to combat financial crimes. We know you may have questions and our blog post right here delves into the CTA, its objectives, and its potential impact on...
by Allen L. Poucher, Jr | Feb 12, 2024 | Estate Planning
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, and throughout the year, we often find ourselves reflecting on our love for our family and contemplate the most meaningful ways to articulate our sentiments. Traditionally, this season of love is adorned with bouquets, candy, and heartfelt gifts that aim to capture the essence of our feelings. Yet, while these tokens hold a cherished space within our celebratory traditions, there lies an extraordinary...
