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What is a life estate? A life estate is a type of ownership interest in real estate. Most commonly, the life estate is conferred by deed but may also be conferred in a will or trust. The typical scenario pertains to a parent who wants to “give the house to the…
What is happening? There has been a concerning trend with MassHealth’s treatment of irrevocable trusts. What was once a reliable asset protection strategy has now become a minefield of adverse and unlawful MassHealth decisions that result in benefit ineligibility. In a nutshell, MassHealth caseworkers and hearing officers are denying applicants…
Avoiding SSI Reductions When An Adult With Disabilities Lives With Family By Neal A. Winston, CELA When individuals with disabilities live with family members, it can complicate their eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Since SSI’s monthly cash payments are meant to pay for food and shelter, contributions from others for…