Have you ever wondered about what happens from a legal standpoint when someone passes away?   In this episode, Attorney Amy Rees joins Tim to share the timeline and what to expect during this process.  Attorney Rees  is Sechler Law Firm's Managing Attorney for our Estate Planning and Estate Administration departments.   This episode is full of useful info!

Over the years, our clients tend to come to us with some pre-conceived notions in their minds about what is and isn't possible in working with an Elder Law Attorney.   In this episode we dispel the myths and confirm some facts.  Listen in to learn how it really works. 

Do you have a Power of Attorney document?  No?  You probably should.  Yes?  You should probably read it to see if it is any good.  In this episode, Attorney Tim Sechler discusses the things you should know about having a Power of Attorney.   

A client leaves unfriendly nursing home A, where she was paying $12,000 per month.  She moves to friendly nursing home B for changing care needs.  The kind staff at the friendly nursing home makes a referral to our law firm.  

The next month we are able to help reduce the monthly bill from $12,000 per month to $2,000 per month.  

If you have a loved one in the nursing home, would you rather pay $12,000 or $2,000 ?  Simple right?  Listen to this episode to find out how it works. 

Most of our estate planning clients have the same goals:

1. Get it to our kids as easily as possible
2. Maintain control of my money
3. Protecting my money and home from taxes and long term care expenses.

What if there was a trust that can allow you to do all three of these things easily?

In this episode, Tim takes a deep dive into a tool called an Asset Protection trust.  He explains how it works and why people use them.  Is it the right plan for you?  Listen into find out. 

What's the difference between a will and an estate plan?  Why do most "plans" fail?  In this episode, Tim discusses the top 5 reasons most estate plans fail.  

Listen in to find out how to protect your family from future problems.  

Happy New Years!  This time of the year is great to reflect on the prior year and plan for the coming year.  

In this episode, Tim gives some thoughts on how to plan for your digital assets, as well as your physical ones.  Also, we share our theory on what will be the biggest change in 2022 .  What the heck is a NFT anyhow?  Learn the basics (very very basic) here.  

Merry Christmas!  This time of year it's common for folks to take some time and just feel grateful for all the blessings we've been given.  

It's a time to slow down and just take in the small moments... like a child opening a gift or singing in a church Christmas show.  

In this episode, Tim discusses how to preserve a legacy for your kids long after you're gone.  

The senior living landscape is a complicated one.  There are different levels of care available at different types of facilities.  Each type of facility accepts different payment sources.  All of this will impact how you receive your care and how much it costs.  It's confusing to say the least. 

In this episode, Tim discusses your different care options and how you can get the government to help pay for some of it.  A good listen if you're trying to understand the long term care system.

Each year, the PA Department of Human Services releases the average monthly cost of a nursing home bed in the state.  This year has the biggest jump in recent memory (probably the biggest jump ever) from $11,000 to $14,676.  A 25% increase in the cost of a nursing home in just the last 12 months!

So, now that you know that, what are you going to do about it?  What are you going to do to protect yourself and your family from these expenses.

Listen to this episode to learn about your options and how an asset protection plan may be the solution you need.