From a new proposed rule that would require reports on nonfinanced transfers of residential real estate, to the reintroduction of the Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act in the US House of Representatives and a federal district court ruling that the Corporate Transparency Act is unconstitutional, we have recently seen significant legal developments. To ensure that you stay abreast of these changes, we have highlighted some noteworthy developments and analyzed how they may impact your estate planning, elder and special needs law, and business law practices.
Current Developments: March 2024 Review
By WealthCounsel Staff on Mar 15, 2024 10:00:00 AM
Current Developments: February 2024 Review
By WealthCounsel Staff on Feb 16, 2024 10:00:00 AM
From an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) win in an individual retirement account (IRA) rollover contribution case involving James Caan, to increased contribution limits for ABLE accounts and updated guidance under the Corporate Transparency Act, we have recently seen significant developments in estate planning, elder and special needs law, and business law.
To ensure that you stay abreast of these legal changes, we have highlighted some noteworthy developments and analyzed how they may impact your estate planning, elder law, and business law practice.
Obtaining Long-Term Care for Your Client: A Primer on Medicaid Eligibility
By WealthCounsel Staff on Feb 2, 2024 10:00:00 AM
By Jill Roamer, JD
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there is an almost 70 percent chance that your client will need some type of long-term care by the time they are sixty-five. That care might be provided as in-home help or at an assisted living or nursing home facility. As an elder law attorney, it is important that you discuss with your client the type of care they would prefer and create a plan to pay for it.