by Keystone Elder Law | Dec 6, 2021 | Estate Administration, Finances, Sentinel Articles
Benjamin Franklin said “nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Unfortunately, these are not mutually exclusive. Tax obligations continue on despite the passing of a loved one, and in some cases, come about because of it. Tax deadlines pose a challenge for...
by Patrick Cawley | Sep 17, 2021 | Finances, Sentinel Articles
Savings bonds have long been a preferred birthday or graduation gift. Many people choose them as an alternative to keeping cash in a bank account. They are one of the safest forms of investment, because they are backed by the United States government. ...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Finances, Sentinel Articles
When is it the right time to . . . Often, I get this FAQ about numerous topics. Here is a variety pack of FAQ and some general guidelines. Have estate planning documents prepared or reviewed Everyone needs a last will and testament, power of attorney, and living...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Apr 8, 2021 | Family Living, Finances, Sentinel Articles
Ideally, families provide care out of love. Compensation is a secondary concern, and family resources are shared as a token of appreciation. However, for many families during economically challenging times, the lines between ownership of parents’ and their children’s...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Mar 29, 2021 | Finances, Nursing Homes, Sentinel Articles
This article is directed primarily to the attention of adult children who have parents living in Pennsylvania. If care in a nursing home becomes necessary, under PA law the children could potentially have financial liability for the cost of this care. Many families...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Mar 23, 2021 | Disability, Finances, Sentinel Articles
Last week we highlighted a benefit available to children and adults who are disabled and have limited income and resources. https://keystoneelderlaw.com/disability-and-income-benefits/ This benefit, available through the Social Security Administration (SSA), is called...
