Hartford elder law attorneys help people of all ages to plan ahead for retirement, illness, old age, or incapacity. One of the main goals of elder law attorneys is to help people protect their quality of life by keeping their assets safe and by ensuring they can maintain as much autonomy as possible in case … [Read More]
What Happens if it is Too Late for a Power of Attorney?
Hartford estate planning lawyers can provide you with assistance in creating a power of attorney and can help you to use other tools to plan ahead in case of incapacity. It is vitally important to talk with an estate planning lawyer while you are healthy so you can plan ahead and be prepared in case … [Read More]
Crossfit Program in Norwalk Helps Keep Seniors Active
A Connecticut elder law attorney provides help to people of all ages with many important issues, from incapacity planning to protecting assets and finding ways to build a strong legacy. One of the things that an attorney can provide assistance with is helping seniors to learn about programs and take advantage of benefits available to … [Read More]
5 Reasons Wills Aren’t A Sufficient Estate Plan
When it comes to estate planning, many people think of only one legal tool: wills. While it is true that a last will and testament can be an important part of your plan for your legacy, a will is far from the only document that most people need to create in order to prepare for … [Read More]
4 Mistakes A Connecticut Trust Lawyer Helps Avoid
A Connecticut trust lawyer at Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates can provide you with invaluable help in determining if you need a trust. If you could benefit from including a trust as a part of your comprehensive estate plan, an experienced attorney can also assist you with creating a trust. Trust creation is one of the … [Read More]
Differences Between Inheritance Tax and Estate Tax
When you inherit money or you are making plans for who will inherit your wealth after you pass away, it is important that you understand the rules for inheritance tax and for estate tax. If an inheritance or estate tax (or both types of taxes) will be charged after your death, this can create substantial … [Read More]
Downsides to a Revocable Trust
There are many good reasons to create a revocable trust. Revocable trusts, or living trusts as they are also called, can provide important protection for your assets while still giving you flexibility and control over the wealth you transfer to the trust. However, there are also some limitations on what revocable trusts can do for … [Read More]
4 Reasons You Don’t Want to Die Intestate
If you have not made advanced plans for the distribution of your personal and real property after your death, you may die intestate. Dying intestate means that you have no will. Without a will, your family can face lots of problems in trying to wind up the affairs of your estate. Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates … [Read More]
How to Make Sure a Disabled Loved One Can Get Medicaid Services
Medicaid services are often vital to people who have disabling conditions. A person who has a serious disability may be unable to work. Without a job or income, getting standard health insurance could be impossible. Medicaid is available to provide coverage so the costs of managing the disabling condition are covered. Medicaid, unlike most types … [Read More]
What is the Gift Tax Limit?
It is important to understand the gift tax limit if you are planning on making a gift of any money or property during your lifetime. Giving gifts can result in taxes being assessed unless you keep the gifts below a certain dollar value. You should talk with an estate planning attorney about gift giving so … [Read More]
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