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Greetings - Welcome to our firm's Blog! Curious to learn more about topics of interest in regards to Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning/Asset Protection and other elder law matters in general? Be sure to check out our online blog! 

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Welcome to Aging Intelligently, where we walk with you down the path of getting older and together, climb those obstacles that seem insurmountable. Information and preparation can change your perception of aging. To learn more, we invite you to also check out our Aging Intelligently website, located here.

Certified Elder Law Attorney®, Robert W. Haley, and his wife, Cricket, a Certified Elder Care Manager, share their journey from fat to fabulous. They discuss their research, personal experience and interview other experts in the fields of Elder Law, Care Management, Finance, Nutrition, Fitness, and even Travel, so you too, can be holistically well and secure wherever life's path may lead.

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Blog Articles

Unmarried Couples Need Estate Planning Too

Unmarried couples don’t receive the same legal protections as married couples when it comes to inheritance and taxes.
09/21/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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How to Pass on Family Heirlooms with Fewer Estate Battles

There are better—and often more creative—ways to plan and divide that can avoid family squabbles over cars, jewelry, furniture and household items.
09/08/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Interview with Robert W. Haley, Living in the Heart of Virginia: Misconceptions about Medicare & Medicaid

(Courtesy of ABC 13 - WSET) — In case you missed it! This is WSET's 2023 Living In the Heart of Virginia Interview Segment with Robert W. Haley, Managing Attorney of The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC: Misconceptions about Medicare & Medicaid.
09/01/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Dark Side of Medicaid Means You Need Estate Planning

Medicaid recipients over the age of 55 are expected to repay the government for many medical expenses—and states will seize houses and other assets after those recipients die, in order to satisfy the debt.
07/27/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What Are My Elder Care Options and How Do I Afford Them?

The time to start researching elder care facilities, experts recommend, is before you need one. There are numerous options for elder care, and you don’t want to be caught flat-footed in the event of an unexpected health crisis. Those sudden situations can force you to make a quick decision without the knowledge to make an informed choice.
07/12/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What Should Seniors Know before Remarrying?

Here are 6 steps for seniors considering remarrying to make relationships easier to navigate and protect their financial future.
06/18/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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How Grandfathers and Senior Dads Leave a Legacy of Caring for Their Families

Congratulations, Dad. You’ve raised your children, who now have children of their own. Despite all the obstacles of recent years, the family is thriving. You feel good about how you’ve led your life and are hopeful about the years ahead. The next thing on your agenda: creating a legacy of caring for your family. This […]
06/12/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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Estate Planning for Blended Families

There are many different configurations of blended families. However, they are generally made up of married couples who have children from previous marriages or relationships.
06/08/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What Should I Know about Funeral Planning?

The best situation for your loved ones is to use funeral planning to decide in advance how things should be handled. Click to read more.
05/30/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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What You Need to Know about a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT)

If you put your assets into a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust, you might be able to qualify for Medicaid despite the amount of your assets.
05/19/23 • by: The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC
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