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Learn how Ohio’s Medicaid 5-year lookback rule works, what triggers a penalty, and how to protect your family. Free guide from Collins & Kruse Elder Law
“We don’t need to worry about that yet.” It’s one of the most common things we hear — right before a crisis hits. The families who plan ahead have choices. The ones who wait often don’t. Here are 10 signs it’s time to call, even if everything seems fine right now
If your spouse just entered a nursing home, you’re probably asking one question: are we going to lose our house? The short answer is — not necessarily. But without the right protections in place, your home could be at risk after both spouses have passed. Here’s what Ohio families need to know.
When legal documents like healthcare power of attorney and advance directives are missing, care delivery can stall. Here’s how legal preparedness supports better healthcare outcomes.
Think your estate plan is complete? You might be missing something big. These 7 mistakes are more common—and more costly—than most families realize.
Finish the year strong with our estate planning checklist. From wills and trusts to POA updates and beneficiary checks, here’s what to review before 2025 to protect your family and your future.
Starting the estate planning conversation with your aging parents can feel overwhelming. This guide walks you through how to approach it with empathy—so you can protect their future without creating conflict.
Worried about losing your home to nursing home costs or Medicaid? Learn how to protect your assets legally in Ohio with these estate planning strategies.
If you pass away without a will in Ohio, the state decides who inherits your property—not you. Here’s how intestate succession works and how to avoid it.
Before your teen heads off to college, make sure you have the right legal documents in place. Learn why a Power of Attorney and HIPAA form are essential for parents of college students—and how to get them done in Ohio.
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