by Noel Izar | Feb 14, 2025 | Blog
We are often asked how to establish domicile in Florida. Each year it seems that more people move to Florida to enjoy their retirement in our warm weather and low tax rates. Many come from higher-tax states and may hope to be “let go” by their old home state. The...
by Noel Izar | Jan 31, 2025 | Blog
Most patients and their families are not entirely surprised when a diagnosis of dementia is made by a physician. The patient and the family have probably been noticing subtle changes for some time. However, when these suspicions are confirmed by a diagnosis, all the...
by Noel Izar | Dec 27, 2024 | Blog, Caregiver Resources, Elder Resources, Estate Planning, Financing Long Term Care, Fit Row, Health Care Advocacy, Life Style, Medicaid, Medicare, Naples, Post Slider, Practice Area, Quote, Veterans' Benefits
A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a document that gives a trusted person of your choosing, the “Agent”, legal authority to act on your behalf regarding financial matters. A DPOA withstands incapacity and is a very important document for you to have in the event...
by Noel Izar | Dec 13, 2024 | Blog, Caregiver Resources, Elder Resources, Estate Planning, Financing Long Term Care, Fit Row, Guardianship, Health Care Advocacy, Medicaid, Medicare, Naples, Post Slider, Practice Area, Quote, Veterans' Benefits
The 5-year Medicaid Lookback Period is a specific provision that is often confusing, but it plays a vital role in determining Medicaid eligibility. What is the 5-Year Medicaid Lookback? The 5-Year Medicaid Lookback Period refers to a five-year timeframe during...
by Noel Izar | Nov 22, 2024 | Blog
Many people have the idea that estate planning is only for seniors. Or maybe they think that only very rich people need to worry about estate planning. But the reality is that people can benefit from having a plan in place at any age, regardless of your asset level....
