What’s the Difference between Medicaid and Medicare?
Jesica L. ThorsonLearn how Medicare and Medicaid differ in coverage, eligibility, and benefits.Jesica L. Thorson
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Driving and Dementia: How to Take Away the Keys?
Jesica L. ThorsonDiscover practical steps for knowing when and how to take away the car keys from a loved one with dementia. This guide covers safety, communication tips, and medical resources to help families make confident, compassionate decisions.Jesica L. Thorson
The Hidden Cost of Joint Bank Accounts
Troy C. KieferDiscover the hidden risks of joint bank accounts for parents and adult children, including legal, financial, and Medicaid issues to avoidTroy C. Kiefer
Pay on Death (POD) and Transfer on Death (TOD) Defined
Kurt R. BachmanLearn the difference between Pay on Death (POD) and Transfer on Death (TOD) designations, and how Indiana law affects non-probate asset transfers.Kurt R. Bachman
What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
Janell M. SprinkleIn Indiana, if you pass away without a Last Will and Testament, your assets are divided among your heirs in accordance with Indiana Intestacy laws. Janell M. Sprinkle
Indiana Medicaid Waivers: How to Qualify and What to Expect
Heidi AdairIf you are considering Medicaid benefits in Indiana, in addition to financial requirements, there are also health-related requirements. The technical term for the health requirement is that you meet Nursing Facility Level of Care or, in other words, have a substantial medical condition.Heidi Adair
Pay on Death (POD) and Transfer on Death (TOD): Pros and Cons
Jesica L. ThorsonA payable-on-death (POD) or transfer-on-death (TOD) designation to an account allows the funds in that account to be passed to the named beneficiary or beneficiaries when the account holder dies.Jesica L. Thorson
Estate Planning: What is “Sound Mind”?
Tony B. MannsSound mind generally refers to a person’s mental capacity to understand their actions, make informed decisions free of undue influence, and the consequences of their decisions. Tony B. Manns
How to Protect Your Digital Legacy in Indiana: Estate Planning for Online Accounts
Troy C. KieferSecure your digital legacy by naming a digital executor, listing your accounts, and including online assets in your will to protect memories and prevent hassles.Troy C. Kiefer
Who Pays the Lien? Protecting Your Heirs from Surprises in Estate Planning
Kurt R. BachmanWhat does the law say about how liens and expenses get paid, and by whom, for specific devises of any real or personal property as well as for real estate transferred by T.O.D. deed at death?Kurt R. Bachman