Medicaid Myths: Fact Checking Medicaid for New Jersey FamiliesJune 24, 2026Kimberlie FieroMedicaid is one of the primary ways New Jersey residents pay for long-term care, including…Read More
When Asset Protection Isn’t the Right Answer in Medicaid PlanningJanuary 7, 2026Kimberlie FieroAsset protection is often assumed to be a required step in Medicaid planning, but it…Read More
Estranged Spouses: Medicaid and Estate Law in New JerseyOctober 10, 2025Timothy RiceIn New Jersey, estranged spouses who are still married can remain legally tied for Medicaid,…Read More
Case Study: Solving the Medicaid Application MazeApril 25, 2025Timothy RiceWhen Maria’s* father, Robert, had a sudden fall that left him needing long-term care, she…Read More
Case Study: Why Elective Share and Medicaid Planning Must Go Hand-in-HandApril 4, 2025Timothy RiceGreg James* was diagnosed with a condition requiring long-term nursing home care. To qualify for…Read More
Case Study: Avoid This Costly Medicaid Gift TrapFebruary 21, 2025Timothy RiceIn the early stages of dementia, Morris* wanted to start preparing for long-term care —…Read More
Fact or Fiction: Medicaid is Going to Take My HouseMarch 8, 2024Timothy RiceNew Jersey’s Medicaid program provides essential health care services to residents who meet certain income…Read More
Long-Term Care: Medicaid PlanningAugust 11, 2023Timothy RiceJohn, 75, is a retired teacher earning $1,800 per month in Social Security benefits. He…Read More
Rumor v. Reality No. 7 – Gifting PenaltiesJune 16, 2023Timothy RiceRumor: “The law says that I can gift $17,000 to each of my children annually…Read More
Rumor v. Reality No. 6: Transferring Home Title for Medicaid EligibilityJune 2, 2023Timothy RiceRumor: “Married couples should transfer their residence to their children to ‘protect it’ from nursing…Read More
Special Needs Trusts: Creating Financial StabilityMay 23, 2022Timothy RiceTo remain eligible for public assistance, someone who is disabled or unable to manage their…Read More
Case Study: Powers of Attorney and Advance Medical DirectivesApril 22, 2022Timothy RiceWhat could happen if you don’t have powers of attorney and advance medical directives: A…Read More