In this episode, Attorney Tim discusses the 4 things he sees In his practice that all his retiree and senior clients want.   Here they are:

1. They want to maintain control
2. They want to NOT go broke
3. They want access to good care when they need It, and 
4. They want their family to get the leftovers when they die. 

Seems simple enough right?  Well, thanks to our complicated government rules, these simple goals can be hard to achieve.  Check out this show to hear Tim's thoughts on how to get accomplish these common goals.

The weather is getting cooler.  The leaves are starting to change.  The kids are back in school (Ok, well some are).  This can only mean one thing........ It's Medicare open enrollment season!

On this episode, Tim speaks with Sean Horn of Mediconnect.  Mediconnect Is the region's largest Medicare concierge service.  They help you navigate the various Medicare Advantage plan options to make sure you have the plan that fits your needs.  

Best part... their service doesn't cost you a dime. 

In this episode Tim shares his Ideas about how to make the government's crazy rule book work for you.  Creating an estate plan Is like creating your own rule book.  Don't leave your family subject to someone else's agenda.  Let's plan for your family!

In this week's episode, Attorney Tim Sechler discusses common nursing home Medicaid mistakes.  He gives you his thoughts on how to not make mistakes with your family's hard-earned savings.  

Tim discusses a few common mistakes Involving gifts to your kids and the 5-year lookback period.  If you are concerned about nursing home costs... this episode Is a must-listen

Do you have a disabled child or grandchild?  If so, you likely want to assist them financially without the risk of them losing their public benefits.  

In this episode, Tim discusses planning for family members with disabilities.  We'll distinguish First-Party v. Third-Party special needs trusts.  Tim will discuss different planning strategies.  He also gives you his thoughts on who to name as a trustee.  

If you have a disabled family member... you should check this episode out. 

In this Episode Tim talks about the responsibility we all have to plan for our families.  You don't work your whole life to raise kids and save money to have It all destroyed by an accident or Illness.  Take the responsibility today to plan for life's curveballs.  

Tim shares some hard-earned lessons learned from a decade of guiding families through difficult situations.  

In this episode Tim discusses the problems with online will preparation services.  He shares some experiences of how saving a few bucks on an online will ended up costing the family dearly.  

That said, we've all recently gotten used to accomplishing a lot from the comfort of our own homes, and estate planning doesn't have to be any different.  Tim share his new launch of his online estate planning course that Is designed to help you get your own lawyer prepared In a super easy fashion.  No more procrastination!  Let's get your planning completed right now.

When It comes to elder law, nothing causes more confusion than the 5-year lookback period.  People are sooooo confused.  Can I give my stuff away?  Should I put my house In my kids name?  What happens If I need the nursing home?  Should I consider a trust?

In this episode, Certified Elder Law Attorney Tim Sechler explains these Issues and more.  

Have you heard that If you need Medicaid to pay for the nursing home, you'll get poor care?  
Nope. Not true!
Have you heard that you have to go broke to get Medicaid to pay for your care?
Nope. Not true!
Have you heard that you can't do anything to protect assets because of the 5 Year Lookback Period? 
Nope.  Not True!
Have you heard that you have to lose your house If you go to a nursing home?
Well... sometimes true.

In this episode, elder law attorney Tim Sechler discusses Medicaid eligibility to pay for long term care and how you can protect yourself.  

If you listened to the first part of Mr. Buckler's story and one to hear more - here It Is! Thank you for you service!