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The Importance of Funding Your Living Trust

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In this Elder Law Minute, Paige Fox explains why funding your revocable living trust is essential to ensure it works and avoids probate. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi. My name is Paige Fox. I’m a Senior Associate attorney here at Dent Coulson Elder Law. And I understand these topics are very complex, so I’m hoping these […]

When Your Kids Aren’t Kids Anymore What They Need to Know About Your Estate Plan

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In this Elder Law Minute, Kaye DeSelms Dent stresses the importance of discussing your estate plan with adult children to avoid future confusion and conflict. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Kaye DeSelms Dent with Dent Coulson Elder Law, here with an Elder Law Minute for you. These videos are intended to educate you about the […]

Providing for a Child with Special Needs via Your Estate Plan

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In this Elder Law Minute, Paige Fox explains how a third party special needs trust can protect a disabled child’s benefits and future inheritance. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi. My name is Paige Fox. I’m a Senior Associate attorney here at Dent Coulson Elder Law. And I understand these topics are very complex, so I’m hoping […]

Naming a Third Party Professional as Trustee

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In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post explains why naming a third party fiduciary as trustee ensures expert, unbiased trust management. Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues that everyday […]

Medicaid Misconceptions

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? In this Elder Law Minute, Paige Fox debunks common Medicaid myths and explains how thoughtful planning can protect your assets and eligibility. Video Transcript: Hi. My name is Paige Fox. I’m a Senior Associate attorney here at Dent Coulson Elder Law. And I understand these topics are very complex, so I’m hoping these Elder […]

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