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What are the 2025 Limits for Medicaid Nursing Home Benefits?
Each year, the Florida Department of Children and Families updates the limits for a person to qualify for Medicaid assisted living or nursing home benefits from time to time. These changes are typically based on inflation and other factors in accordance with federal...
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What is Spousal Refusal in Medicaid Planning?
Florida’s Medicaid rules are numerous and often confusing. We explain why planning for Medicaid is so important here. One theme that is consistent in Florida, is that the state would rather pay public benefits for one person if it will keep two or three of their loved...
How Can I Qualify for Medicaid in Florida?
Florida has a reputation for being home to many Americans who are advanced in age. This is for several reasons: no state income tax, beautiful weather, beaches, and affordable cost of living. One reason that is very important, but often overlooked, is that our rules...
What Happens if a Florida Resident Dies Without a Will?
By creating a will, a person gets to decide what will happen to their estate when they pass away. So, if a will is never created, who decides the fate of the deceased’s estate? In Florida, the answer to that question is the state of Florida. Passing without a will is...
The third witness to your will: Your estate planning attorney
Why should I hire an attorney to draft my will or trust? I can easily just buy one of these estate planning documents online for a fraction of the cost of an attorney. However, there is a major reason why you want to have an attorney draft your estate planning...
How do I change my Last Will and Testament?
Do you have a will with terms that are outdated or no longer align with your wishes? If so, you always have the option to make changes to your will. People may choose to change or update their will at any time for whatever reason. If you have a will with terms that...
What is a Qualified Income Trust?
A qualified income trust (QIT) is a Medicaid planning technique used often by Medicaid recipients. A QIT allows one to still qualify for Medicaid if their monthly income exceeds the limit set by Medicaid. Not every state recognizes QITs, but Florida does. As of...