by Alexandria Kincaid | Jan 10, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning
Often in estate planning, attorneys present the idea of guardianship and/or conservatorship as a bad thing – something to be avoided. In a perfect world, we could move through our lives from cradle to grave without such things as guardianships and...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Dec 19, 2019 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Uncategorized
Do you know what kind of estate plan your parents have, if any? And conversely, do your kids know what your wishes are in the event of your death or incapacity? Beginning a conversation with your elderly parents or with your children about planning to prepare for...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Apr 4, 2017 | Estate Planning
From time to time, it’s good to review why having a complete, up-to-date estate plan is so important. In addition to confirming our own actions, it can provide us with valuable information to pass along to friends and family who, for whatever reasons, have yet to act....
by Alexandria Kincaid | Apr 4, 2017 | Estate Planning
THE IDAHO SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST: PLANNING FOR A DISABLED DEPENDENT If you have a child or another loved one who is physically, mentally, or developmentally disabled, he or she may be entitled to government benefits such as SSI or Medicaid. Most benefits are available...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Jan 25, 2017 | Estate Planning
For too long, Americans have been taught to rely on the government for their needs: Social security will pay your retirement. The Affordable Care Act will take care of your medical expenses. Medicaid will pay for your nursing home. The court will handle your...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Sep 28, 2013 | Estate Planning
Estate planning for farmers and ranchers poses unique challenges. The family farm is a personal legacy, which has often been in the family for generations. Emotional attachments to the farm are strong. According to the USDA, approximately 96% of the 2.2...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Jul 31, 2013 | Estate Planning
The disposition of online accounts when the account creator (account user) dies is becoming a hotly debated topic between next of kin and the tech industry. Â Most people are not aware that many internet company service agreements prohibit access to their...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Jun 17, 2013 | Estate Planning
With the number of online and do-it-yourself (DIY) legal providers continuing to grow, some of individuals may be wondering if they could do their estate planning themselves. The advertising is seductive: attorneys use similar forms, the cost is significantly less...
by Alexandria Kincaid | Jun 10, 2013 | Estate Planning
Whether you are rich or poor, it is imperative that you name your trusted health care and financial agent. If you do not, and you are later deemed incapacitated (ie you are no longer able to make your own health care decisions or manage your own financial...
