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The 3 kinds of special needs trusts

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 22, 2021 | Estate Planning

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, shows that over a quarter of the U.S. adult population lives with some form of disability. Almost eleven percent experience difficulty with cognitive functions like decision making, and 6.8% struggle...

How can I ensure I choose the best Georgia nursing home?

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 22, 2021 | Long-Term Care Planning

Sadly, no foolproof way exists to ensure your loved one ends up in the best Georgia nursing home. What might serve as the best solution for another family could feel like a nightmare to your loved one. Because of this, you might need to remain open to the possibility...

I have a special needs child: how do I split my estate?

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 16, 2021 | Special Needs Trusts

Planning for the future of your children can seem complicated enough, but it can be even harder when you have a special needs child. You may have decided to create a special needs trust to provide for your loved one. In the process, you should also figure out how to...

What do you know about filling in Medicare gaps?

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 9, 2021 | Elder Law

To prepare for your eventual retirement, you look into Medicare and ways to reduce the cost of elderly health care. You discover that Medicare only does so much and that you may require additional financial assistance. What options do you have?  Medicare Interactive...

Ensuring your loved one with special needs retains SSI

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 5, 2021 | Special Needs Trusts

If you have a loved one with special needs, no doubt you are very concerned about their lifestyle after you die. Providing for loved ones who cannot care for themselves and rely on Medicaid to get the care they need can be very stressful. This is why a special needs...

3 tips for picking your children’s guardian

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 5, 2021 | Estate Planning

When you plan your estate, you determine how you want to divide your assets upon your death. Estate planning should also involve determining who will care for your children in case you die by establishing formal guardianship. According to the Children’s Bureau,...

Transferring property to your living trust: What you should know

On behalf of J. Kevin Tharpe, P.C. | Feb 5, 2021 | Estate Planning

Creating a living trust as part of your estate plan in Georgia, can have many benefits. A living trust is a legal entity that manages your property and assets, then helps to distribute them once you pass. The trust is not functional, however, until you place your...

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