New Asset Transfer Look-Back for VA Aid & Attendance Coming Soon: The Window of Opportunity is Closing Quickly!

October 1, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

The Veteran’s Administration is beginning asset limits for qualification for the Aid & Attendance benefit. The limit goes into effect on October 18, 2018. If transfers are made...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

Marvel Comic Legend Wins Restraining Order Based on Allegations of Elder Abuse

September 13, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

Sadly, elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States, and a problem that can impact anyone. You do... Read More

Elder Law

Trusts for Privacy

September 3, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

Trusts have many uses. Perhaps the most important is that they can provide privacy at death. Garry Shandling is thought to have used a trust to provide privacy...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

Planning for Lottery Winners, Part 1 of 2

September 3, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

A lucky winner recently won $320 million in the lottery. This article looks at an example of a prior winner’s mistakes. The next article in the series will...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

What’s a 529 Plan and What Are the Benefits to Using One?

September 3, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

Would you be interested in a way to save money for education and get tax benefits simultaneously? A 529 plan might be what you’re seeking. Find out more...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

Estate Planning: It’s Not Just About the Estate Taxes

August 24, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

The recent tax law temporarily doubled the estate tax exemption. That doesn’t mean there’s no need for estate planning. Estate plans consider many important aspects, not just estate...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

Nobody wants incapacity, not for yourself and not for your loved ones. But planning for that possibility can avoid complications and increase options. The article discusses the elements...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education

Planning for Frequent Flyer Miles

August 9, 2018 - Joshua K. Crawford

This article examines the transfer of frequent flyer mile accounts to beneficiaries. It looks at Anthony Bourdain’s will and its disposition of his miles. The article points out...... Read More

Estate Planning, legal education