With nursing home costs soaring and Medicaid eligibility rules tightening, many families worry about losing their life savings to long‑term care. A Medicaid asset protection trust (MAPT) is an irrevocable trust designed to shield a home and other assets from being spent down while still qualifying for Medicaid benefits. This comprehensive guide explains how MAPTs work, the five‑year look‑back rule, state variations, potential drawbacks, and the importance of early planning.

Cryptocurrency offers enormous potential for wealth creation, but it also introduces unprecedented complexity. Trustees must balance security, regulatory compliance and tax strategy while respecting the grantor’s wishes. The key lessons are clear: inventory digital assets, secure and document access, select knowledgeable fiduciaries, and use trust structures strategically. With proper planning, crypto can enhance an estate rather than complicate it. Without planning, it can e

Estate planning is an act of love and responsibility. For single parents, it provides peace of mind that your children will be cared for, your finances will be managed according to your wishes and your legacy will endure.