When planning for Medicaid, many individuals encounter myths and misconceptions, particularly concerning the look-back period. A common misunderstanding is the so-called "7-Year Rule," where many believe that Medicaid scrutinizes an applicant's financial transactions...
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Who can seek guardianship of a vulnerable adult?
There are many scenarios in which guardianship might be necessary in New York. Perhaps parents who have a child with special needs worry about them aging out of crucial forms of support. Maybe adult children have watched their parent's decline in health in recent...
Biden Administration Opens Parole in Place Program for Undocumented Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. Citizens
At a glance The Department of Homeland Security is now applications for a new parole in place (PIP) program for certain undocumented spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens. Applicants must submit USCIS Form I-131F and supporting documentation online. Paper...
3 types of family-based immigration only available to U.S. citizens
There are many ways to legally travel to the United States. Some people obtain visas related to their work or educational pursuits. Other people come to the United States because of their family relationships. Family-based immigration allows many people an opportunity...
PCDS requirements for residential sellers have changed
Individuals who want to sell a residential property in New York must ensure that they understand their responsibilities. For example, they must disclose specific information before a sale is completed. This enables a buyer to understand the actual condition of a...
How debt can affect probate proceedings in New York
There are many complicated matters that families need to address during probate proceedings in New York. The probate process begins by notifying the courts of someone's passing and empowering a personal representative to administer the estate. That personal...
How Medicaid planning in New York is about to change
Medicare is available for most older adults. Both those who have worked jobs and those married to working individuals for a decade or longer may qualify for Medicare later in life. Retired adults rely on Medicare to cover their basic healthcare expenses. Some adults...
Can Medicare cover long-term care costs for older adults?
Many people have misconceptions about retirement benefits, including Medicare coverage. Quite a few people find the different types of Medicare coverage confusing. That statement even applies to those already enrolled in Medicare plans. The average retiree and those...
Why you should not put off your immigration problem until after the election
This November, American voters will decide who the next president will be. The candidates, Joe Biden and Donald Trump, have very different views on immigration law and how the process of gaining the right to live and work in the U.S. should work. This election could...
Important things you should know about visitor’s visas
There are many reasons why a person might come to the United States. The reason for a visit determines what type of visa a person needs to secure before their arrival. These visas each limit what a visa holder can do stateside while they’re here. Trying to do things...