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Understanding the Medicaid “Look-Back” and “Transfer Penalty” Rules

Wes Coulson explains the Medicaid "Look-Back" and "Transfer Penalty" rules and how a person, with proper legal planning, may benefit. I coulsonelderlaw.com

In order to understand how and why gifts and other transfers of property can impact a person’s prospective eligibility for Medicaid long-term care benefits, you need to know what the Medicaid “Look-Back” rule is and how it operates as to various gifts and other transfers of property. Medicaid “Look-Back” Rule Let’s start by noting the […]

Patty L.

Thank you so much for all the work you invested to help my father obtain his VA Pension.  I had no idea there would be so much to do.  Each of you were great to work with and showed the utmost concern for our family.  If I had attempted to do this on my own, […]

Rick R.

Once upon a time, I and my father had a problem, a problem so large and complex that it could be more than compared to driving in rush hour traffic in a strange town in the rain. For a year I traveled down many avenues. I spoke with Lawyers, Financial Advisors, VA, County, State, and […]

Valerie B.

I have found Dent-Coulson Elder Law to be a very caring, professional team. They were very helpful in getting all my mother’s paperwork in order. Dent-Coulson Elder Law walked me through the process, saving me a lot of time, stress, and legwork. They have always been prompt in returning my call with the needed answers. […]

The Biggest Threat To Your Financial Future

The biggest threat most retirees' financial future is the prospect of paying for long-term care. Asset Preservation Planning can make a difference. l Coulson Elder Law

Most people who reach retirement age have, to one degree or another, planned and saved for their retirement.   They are prepared for the challenge of a rainy day, and perhaps even a rainy season.   But few people can withstand a financial monsoon that may hammer them relentlessly for years. The biggest threat to […]

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