There are no Simple Wills

90% of people think they just need a "simple Will". 90% of them are wrong. Contact Sverdlov Law at 212-709-8112 or ksverdlov@sverdlovlaw.com to learn more or set up a consultation here: https://calendly.com/katyasverdlov https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cW99HxwoGjc&t=136s  
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Do You Need a New Will if You Just Had a Child? Do you need more than a Will?

Life comes at us fast, and we need to be prepared. There's no telling when tragedy will strike, so having an up-to-date will in place is imperative in ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Wills need to change as our lives do. Having a child is a significant life event and will significantly...
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Everyone thinks they have time to plan. Until they don’t!

Don't leave your verbal instructions to chance! Protect your family with a proper Estate Plan.  Contact Sverdlov Law at 212-709-8112 or ksverdlov@sverdlovlaw.com to learn more or set up a consultation here: https://calendly.com/katyasverdlov https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWAEuF8c-HY&t=2s  

What is an Individualized Education Plan?

What is an Individualized Education Plan? An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a document specially developed for children with disabilities or special needs. IEPs are designed to create a learning environment where a child with special needs can flourish without being removed from the company of non-disabled peers. IEPs strive to keep children in the least restrictive environment...
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Can you Trust a Medicaid Pooled Income Trust to Preserve Your Money and Pay Your Bills?

Medicaid pooled trusts are strictly regulated by federal and state law and are managed by trustees familiar with these regulations. However, not all trustees are alike. So, take time to vet the pooled trusts you are considering, to develop the right comfort level. Learn more… https://ktstrust.org/medicaid-home-care-benefits-with-a-pooled-trust-you-can-trust/  
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Estate Planning: The Implications of the New Biden Presidency

In the lead up to the Georgia Senate runoff elections, a question on everyone's mind was how the estate and income tax legislation would be affected if the Democrats won a majority. Now that senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock have been cemented into their positions, change is sure to come. Exactly how much change is still uncertain. The Biden...
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Seven Immediate Actions to Take When Your Loved One Passes Away: How to close accounts, notify key authorities, access death benefits, and begin the administration process

Introduction. This will be a painful time for you and your family. While grieving, you still have the responsibility of handling all the final financial affairs of your loved one. You might face bureaucracy, multiple court forms, and other family members who are grieving or might be angry. We can guide you through this...
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New video has been posted about a Power of Attorney

Please take a look at my new YouTube channel where the first video is about a need for a Power of Attorney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nX0wvTCi0kU&feature=youtu.be Link to Youtube: Video about a Power of Attorney