The Law Office of Keith R. Miles, LLC was founded in 2008 and focuses on Estate Planning and Elder Law for individuals and families.
The Estate Planning practice serves people of all ages. The firm has expertise in planning for minor children and individuals with special needs. The firm has a tax background to assist those with higher net worth and/or closely held businesses as well. There is a range of services from Wills, Power of Attorneys and Revocable Trusts to more advanced Irrevocable Trusts.
The Elder Law practice focuses on those with issues of incapacity or disability. First, it could include aging individuals in need of long-term care planning and public benefits. Second, it could include those of any age who have suffered a disability such as a brain injury. Lastly, it could be minors or adults who have been born with a disability and require special needs planning throughout their entire life.
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Medicaid Spend Down: Pay for More Than Just Medical Bills
To qualify for Medicaid, you must have limited income and assets (in most states, no more than $2,000 in your name). If you have more than that, you may find yourself having to "spend down" your extra assets to meet the $2,000 limit.
Which States Have the Best Protections Against Elder Abuse?
Each year, 10 percent of older adults experience some form of abuse. In addition to physical harm, elder abuse can also encompass financial exploitation, neglect, and emotional abuse. WalletHub has evaluated elder abuse protections in the 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Retirees: Deduct Your Long-Term Care Insurance Premium
Even if you have a long-term care insurance policy, you may likely be hoping that you won't ever have reason to use it. Regardless of what the future holds, there's one silver lining of which you may not be aware. That is, premiums on many long-term care insurance policies are in fact tax-deductible.
Getting Help When Providing Care at Home for Aging Parents
As they grow older, your parents may prefer to continue living in their home rather than moving to a long-term care facility. They are not alone in this; more than three-quarters of adults over the age of 50 say they would prefer to age in place.