Monthly Archives: July 2026
Will Medicaid Come After Your Inheritance?
Medicaid is a government program that provides medical care, as well as long term elder care, for the elderly. It is not for everybody, as there are strict income limits and requirements, to qualify for Medicaid. But often, families who were once so grateful to have Medicaid for an elderly loved one, end up… Read More »
Exempt Property That Avoids or Passes Without the Need for Probate
When someone passes away, we naturally assume that all of their assets must go through the probate process, in order to ensure that the assets get transferred to whomever is supposed to get them. And that’s generally true–but it’s not true for every single asset. Exempt Assets Some property is considered exempt property. That… Read More »
No-Contest Clause Options to Avoid Will Challenges
Wouldn’t it be great if, when you’re making a will, you could include some kind of language or provisions, that deter anybody from challenging your will? No-Contest Clauses In many states, so-called “no-contest” clauses can be written into wills. This is language that punishes–and often completely disinherits–anybody who unsuccessfully challenges a will in probate… Read More »
