On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Apr 3, 2020 | Trusts
For New Yorkers who are thinking about their estate planning needs, the number of available options can seem overwhelming. Often, they might opt for the simplest solution of a basic will. While this is undoubtedly better than not having a will or any estate planning...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Mar 20, 2020 | Trusts
A trust can be a useful estate planning tool and because there are different types of trusts, it is important for estate planners to understand what those different types are and what they can do for them as part of their estate plan. The type of trust that is best...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Dec 13, 2019 | Trusts
Your personal decisions are important to you and your family. If you are unable to communicate your financial or medical choices someday, you deserve to know that your values will still guide the future. Unfortunately, without the right legal tools, you might leave...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Sep 6, 2019 | Trusts
If you live in or around White Plains, you know that there are multiple nursing home facilities in the area. While they appear similar on the surface, as you dig deeper you’ll find that each facility is unique in its own way. Choosing a nursing home for yourself...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Aug 20, 2019 | Trusts
Family members are the ones that are there for you when things are difficult. Unfortunately, being a loving and supportive family member can sometimes require making hard decisions to protect the people whom you care about the most. Many people experience significant...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Jul 22, 2019 | Trusts
Deciding that it is time to move an aging loved one into a nursing home is never easy. There can be a lot of guilt that comes with the realization that you can no longer provide all the care your family member needs. You will likely also be concerned about their...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Jul 10, 2019 | Trusts
The United States of America has a social and financial safety net designed to protect individuals who need medical care, as well as those dealing with disabling illnesses and injuries. Among the programs intended to help those dealing with medical or economic...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Jun 24, 2019 | Trusts
Long-term care can be ridiculously expensive. Nursing home facilities cost thousands of dollars a month, potentially more depending on the needs of the resident. Even the most wealthy individuals may struggle to cover that degree of expense at a time in their life...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | May 7, 2019 | Trusts
Most people hope to remain healthy as they age. Some people take extraordinary measures during their earlier years to improve their chances of health and longevity. However, many people find that those hopes aren’t based in reality. Whether you have a family...
On behalf of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP | Apr 23, 2019 | Trusts
One of the most overlooked but critical documents that should be included in a thorough estate plan is the power of attorney. In fact, the best estate plans should include two separate power of attorney documents, potentially even a third. Many people shy away from...
