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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares One Real Life Story That Illustrates How She Helps Clients Avoid Financial Ruin.  

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about how rewarding the work she does is which is helping seniors who come to her feeing confused, fearful and desperate see their way through the maze of Medicaid eligibility and meeting long-term health care costs without losing everything.  (Gaithersburg, MD) Delray, FL May 27, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares One Real Life Story That Illustrates How She Helps Clients Avoid Financial Ruin.  […]

The Many Rewards Of Helping Others

The work I do as an elder care attorney is endlessly rewarding. I meet people all the time who come to my offices overwhelmed and confused – no, let me tell it like it is – they usually come to me feeling devastated. Many are dealing with severe illness of a spouse, the possible loss Read more about The Many Rewards Of Helping Others[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About Being As Prepared As Possible For The Unexpected.

 Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton uses current events to prove her point about not knowing how life is going to unfold and the importance of having the most comprehensive estate and asset protection plans that take the unexpected into consideration.   (Gaithersburg, MD) Delray, FL May 12, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About Being As Prepared As Possible For The Unexpected.[…]

What Happens To Your Retirement Savings When The Unexpected Happens

Most adults who work and save for retirement have a vision, a dream, an idea of what their retirement years will look like. Everyone’s dreams are different. Some include travel to foreign lands, while others are filled with the idea of being able to play golf and tennis every day. Still others may simply be Read more about What Happens To Your Retirement Savings When The Unexpected Happens[…]

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How Many Of The 41,155 People Who’ve Died In The U.S. Of COVID19 Were Prepared

While many of the 41,155 people who have died to date in the U.S. from COVID19 since early March were elderly, many of them were not. How many of those dearly departed souls were prepared to take leave of this life, I cannot say. But, I’m willing to guess that many of them did not Read more about How Many Of The 41,155 People Who’ve Died In The U.S. Of COVID19 Were Prepared[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals New Information About The Growing Number Of Younger Adults Dying From COVID19 .

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton focusses on the complications arising from COVID 19 virus that is causing younger adults to have strokes which are not being addressed in time to save the victims. (Gaithersburg, MD) Delray, FL April 30, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals New Information About The Growing Number Of Younger Adults Dying From COVID19 .[…]

The COVID19 Death Toll Rises Among The Young

54,239 Deaths And Counting In The U.S. The devastating loss of life around the world due to COVID19 is unfathomable. In the U.S., to date there have been close to 1 million confirmed cases of COVID19. While the majority of those people have recovered, more than 54,000 people have died so far. I can’t imagine Read more about The COVID19 Death Toll Rises Among The Young[…]

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Make Sure Your Will Is Legally Binding And Meets Your Specific State Requirements

Unlike anything that we’ve seen in our lifetimes, the COVID19 pandemic is causing people of every age to suddenly realize their mortality. As a result, there has been a steep increase in the immediate demand for wills as well as estate plans. Initially it was thought that only people over 50 and in particular those Read more about Make Sure Your Will Is Legally Binding And Meets Your Specific State Requirements[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers That Retirement Plans And Education Plans Should Not Be One And The Same.

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton notes that many parents intend to use retirement savings to pay for their kid’s college education and cautions them against doing so, reporting that it can be more hurtful than helpful and encourages looking into all the different options available to pay for college. (Gaithersburg, MD) Delray, FL April 27, Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers That Retirement Plans And Education Plans Should Not Be One And The Same.[…]

Your Retirement Plan Is Not Your Kid’s Education Plan

I don’t often do this, but in this one area I am going to make an unequivocal statement: Don’t even think about using your retirement plan to fund your kids’ college education. Why, you ask? Well, there are numerous reasons. The most important being that you want your kids to become financially responsible and independent. Read more about Your Retirement Plan Is Not Your Kid’s Education Plan[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Explains Difference Between Retirement Plan And Estate Plan.

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about how a good retirement plan should be comprehensive and include an estate plan and also explains that the most important asset everyone has when it comes to retirement planning and misuses is time. (Gaithersburg, MD) Delray, FL April 25, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Explains Difference Between Retirement Plan And Estate Plan.[…]

The Difference Between Retirement Planning And Estate Planning

Most people understand the concept of retirement planning as it relates to the money you’ll have to live on after you reach a certain age and leave the work force. However, many more people are unaware of the importance of estate planning and fail to plan. Estate planning is about how you will be cared Read more about The Difference Between Retirement Planning And Estate Planning[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About The Growing Need To Get Legal Documents Created As The COVID Pandemic Spreads

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton encourages anyone with a chronic or underlying health condition who has not yet done so, to create legal documents such as wills, trusts and estate plans as the pandemic is spreading faster and has yet to reach its peak in the U.S. Rockville, MD. April 24, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About The Growing Need To Get Legal Documents Created As The COVID Pandemic Spreads[…]

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COVID-19 Fears Prompt Greater Need For Asset and Estate Protection Plans and Getting Legal Documents Created and Filed

We are in the midst of a global pandemic. COVID-19 is spreading like wildfire around the globe and throughout the U.S., striking down people of every age. Consequently, there has never been a greater reminder of how important it is to consider your estate and asset protection plans. Now is a good time to get Read more about COVID-19 Fears Prompt Greater Need For Asset and Estate Protection Plans and Getting Legal Documents Created and Filed[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Readers That Through The Gift Of Technology We Can Navigate Through COVID-19 If We Stay Put

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton acknowledges that there is no such thing as “business as usual” in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and that taking care of important business via technology is paving the way for a new normal and invites readers to dive in. Rockville, MD., April 17, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Readers That Through The Gift Of Technology We Can Navigate Through COVID-19 If We Stay Put[…]

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COVID-19 and Seniors: Definitely Not Business As Usual

When we talk about COVID-19 and seniors… it’s really a whole new world. When we think about the novel virus COVID-19 and seniors, many of whom are likely retired, we might not think about “business as usual.” However, for nearly everyone – including the seniors and older adults we typically serve at our elder law Read more about COVID-19 and Seniors: Definitely Not Business As Usual[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Unexpected Spring Break The Whole World Is Forced To Take

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton encourages readers to make the best of a situation that is unprecedented by following the directives of national and local authorities, staying calm and optimistic and enjoying the spring break. Delray Beach, FL. April 8, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Unexpected Spring Break The Whole World Is Forced To Take[…]

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Talk About A Spring Break

Spring Break For All Well, who on earth could have told us that the whole world would be going on Spring break this year? College kids aren’t the only ones, though it looks like they’ll be getting a break that may last all the way until the fall season. Just about every person of every Read more about Talk About A Spring Break[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About How Everyone Got Blindsided By The Pandemic But That Positive Action Could Be A Great Distraction

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton makes suggestions for a positive action people can take as everyone is trying to make sense of life in the midst of a global pandemic. She also discusses how to get important legal documents prepared while maintaining social distance. Delray Beach, FL., April 2, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About How Everyone Got Blindsided By The Pandemic But That Positive Action Could Be A Great Distraction[…]

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We Didn’t See This Coming

If anyone saw this global pandemic coming and didn’t alert the troops, well, shame on them! Things are changing on a daily basis. While the world is adjusting to previously unheard-of restrictions, everyone is trying to make sense of how to behave in the face of this invisible terrorist. Why Get Your Affairs In Order? Read more about We Didn’t See This Coming[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Procrastinators To Take Action Now With Coronavirus Threat At Large

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton knows that fear is a great motivator and wonders if the coronavirus is scary enough to get those who’ve been procrastinating about getting an estate and asset protection plan in place to take action. Delray Beach, FL March 26, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Procrastinators To Take Action Now With Coronavirus Threat At Large[…]

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Coronavirus Could Be The Motivation You Need To Take Care Of Important Business

Do You Have An Estate and Asset Protection Plan in Place? COVID-19: Everyone is talking about it. The stock market is in a free fall from it. Countries are closing their borders because of it. People are hunkering down and hoarding toilet paper and hand sanitizer, conferences and music festivals around the world are being Read more about Coronavirus Could Be The Motivation You Need To Take Care Of Important Business[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Put Important Legal Documents In Place While Of Sound Mind

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the importance of a Living Will in place even if it never has to come into play, explaining that without one, if tragedy were to strike the medical establishment and/or the courts would determine one’s fate. Delray Beach, FL. March 17, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Put Important Legal Documents In Place While Of Sound Mind[…]

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The Living Will: Make Important Life And Decisions While In Your Right Mind

Do You Have a Living Will or Advanced Health Directive? One of the things we humans have no control over is when we depart from this earthly plane. We never know if we will live healthily to a ripe old age or if we will meet with an accident or illness that will take our Read more about The Living Will: Make Important Life And Decisions While In Your Right Mind[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About Common Retirement Mistakes People Make

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton tells readers that being able to enjoy retirement requires a retirement plan, not just a 401k plan, but one that encompasses more. And, she highlights the biggest mistake most people make which is failing to have a plan. Delray Beach, FL. March 5, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About Common Retirement Mistakes People Make[…]

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The More Retirement Mistakes You Make The Less You’ll Enjoy Retirement

Retirement is that time in life that so many of us look forward to… we all want to enjoy retirement. It is the time when we all would like to be able to do the things we don’t have time to do while we are still working. Thoughts of hobbies, sports activities, travel and more Read more about The More Retirement Mistakes You Make The Less You’ll Enjoy Retirement[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares Important Information About Growing Social Security Phone Scams

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton helps spread the word about the Social Security scam that is costing seniors millions and millions of dollars. Delray Beach, FL. February 27, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article on her law firm’s website entitled “Protect Yourself And Loved Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares Important Information About Growing Social Security Phone Scams[…]

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Elder Law Tips: Protect Yourself And Loved Ones Against The Growing Social Security Scam

Elder Law Tips: Beware the latest Social Security scam! I provide elder law tips to help protect seniors – your health, welfare, assets, and estate. Recently, I’ve heard from some of my clients that they received an official email notice from the Social Security Administration (SSA) warning about imposter scams that are bilking seniors out Read more about Elder Law Tips: Protect Yourself And Loved Ones Against The Growing Social Security Scam[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About The Importance Of Having Wills Reviewed Every Few Years

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton encourages readers to have their “sweetheart” wills reviewed and updated to make sure their assets will not be going to unintended beneficiaries and to avoid Medicaid “spend down impoverishment.” Delray Beach, FL. Feb. 21, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Writes About The Importance Of Having Wills Reviewed Every Few Years[…]

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Importance of Will Updates: Mom And Dad Unintentionally Made The Nursing Home The Beneficiary Of Their Will

Why should will updates be done periodically for seniors? It’s important to keep your will up to date. Will updates are easy to overlook. However, I’ve been practicing elder law for many years, and, believe me when I tell you, the statement that is the title of this article is one I have heard more Read more about Importance of Will Updates: Mom And Dad Unintentionally Made The Nursing Home The Beneficiary Of Their Will[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Particular Area Of Focus Of Elder Care Law

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton talks about the record number of people reaching retirement age every day and how a majority of them are not prepared for retirement. She also talks about the particular focus of elder care attorneys and how they may be able to help retirees who don’t have a retirement plan access Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Particular Area Of Focus Of Elder Care Law[…]

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Retire Confidently: The Services Of An Elder Care Attorney Can Help

Would you like to retire confidently? Are you prepared for retirement? With 10,000 Baby Boomers reaching retirement age each and every day, the question is, how many of these retirees are well-prepared for retirement and can retire confidently? Every one of these individuals is a unique universe of needs, desires, hopes and dreams. Each is Read more about Retire Confidently: The Services Of An Elder Care Attorney Can Help[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reviews Points Of The New SECURE Act That Affect Retirement Account Holders

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the new SECURE Act of 2019 and how it affects those who may inherit a retirement account as well as those passing on an account to heirs and/or are still contributing to their retirement accounts. Delray Beach, FL. Feb. 6, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reviews Points Of The New SECURE Act That Affect Retirement Account Holders[…]

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Revisit Your Estate Plan In Light Of New SECURE Act

The SECURE Act is in Effect. At the end of 2019, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was passed into law. Everyone who has a retirement plan such as an IRA or 401k will be affected by this law as of January 1, 2020. It may be in your best interest Read more about Revisit Your Estate Plan In Light Of New SECURE Act[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Urges Readers To Be Proactive In Protecting Retirement Assets

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton reminds readers that we live in a litigious society and that waiting until a need arises for asset protection is too late. She urges readers to be proactive in working with a reputable attorney to establish an estate and asset protection plan. Delray Beach, FL. January 27, 2020: Mindy Felinton, Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Urges Readers To Be Proactive In Protecting Retirement Assets[…]

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If You Have An IRA Or 401k You Have An Estate To Legally Protect

A Well Thought Out Estate Plan is Not Just for the Wealthy. Most people typically think someone who has an estate plan is rich and famous with millions of dollars that will be divided among heirs upon death. Images of fighting siblings after the rich parent’s death is a common scene in many movies. However, Read more about If You Have An IRA Or 401k You Have An Estate To Legally Protect[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals A Retirement Planning Secret That She Thinks Should Be Shouted From The Rooftops

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the most surprising thing retirees discover too late and think that it’s been kept secret and, she suggests readers take notice and take action so as not to be caught off guard at retirement age. Delray Beach, FL. January 21, 2020: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals A Retirement Planning Secret That She Thinks Should Be Shouted From The Rooftops[…]

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Retirement Planning Secrets: One of the Biggest!

Want to know one of the biggest retirement planning secrets? First, you need to know that retirement will probably last longer than you expect! This is the one thing that comes as the biggest retirement planning surprise to most retirees. That’s right. And, once this is discovered, many people wonder why they didn’t know. Why Read more about Retirement Planning Secrets: One of the Biggest![…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Anyone With An IRA Or 401k Retirement Plan To Work With An Attorney

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton tells readers that having an employer 401k plan or a self-directed IRA is just the first step in a retirement plan and talks about going the distance to work with an attorney to establish an estate and asset protection plan. Delray Beach, FL January 14, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Anyone With An IRA Or 401k Retirement Plan To Work With An Attorney[…]

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The Only Thing Missing From Your Retirement Plan Is A Lawyer

A retirement plan lawyer? You may wonder why you need a lawyer involved with your retirement plan. After all, if you have a 401k, your employer deducts a certain amount from your pay, and if you’re lucky they match it or at least a percentage. Or you make annual contributions to an IRA. Your funds Read more about The Only Thing Missing From Your Retirement Plan Is A Lawyer[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Suggests Readers Schedule A Review Of Legal Documents For After The New Year

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton knows how busy everyone is at this time of year, however, she also knows how quickly things can happen and how often things in life change which is why she suggests a review of estate and asset documents during the quiet post-holiday season. Delray Beach, FL January 3, 2020: Mindy Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Suggests Readers Schedule A Review Of Legal Documents For After The New Year[…]

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Estate Planning Tips: ‘Tis The Season To Schedule A Review Of Your Trust And Estate Documents

Estate Planning Tips Might Be the Last Thing You Want to Think About… I know it’s the busiest time of year and listening to estate planning tips is probably not high on your to-do list. And, believe me, I’m not going to suggest adding one more thing on your to-do list before the end of Read more about Estate Planning Tips: ‘Tis The Season To Schedule A Review Of Your Trust And Estate Documents[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Makes A Holiday Gift Suggestion That Will Provide Greater Pleasure Than Another ‘Ugly’ Sweater

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the season of giving and receiving and suggests that putting an estate and asset protection plan in place could be the most appreciated gift of all. Delray Beach, FL December 30, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Makes A Holiday Gift Suggestion That Will Provide Greater Pleasure Than Another ‘Ugly’ Sweater[…]

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An Estate And Asset Protection Plan In Place: Tis The Season To Put One In Place

For many, this is the season to frolic and be merry. So why consider an estate and asset protection plan right now? It’s a time of gift giving and receiving, of celebrating and looking forward to the New Year. This is a very good time of year to do something you’ve been promising yourself to Read more about An Estate And Asset Protection Plan In Place: Tis The Season To Put One In Place[…]

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Helping Older Adults Avoid Tech Support Scams: Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Turns Her Attention To This Important Subject

The Holidays Are a Good Time to Help Older Adults Avoid Tech Support Scams, says Estate and Asset Protection Attorney Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton tells readers who may not be tech or computer savvy that they can be scam savvy or more scam literate and avoid becoming victims of tech support scammers. Delray Beach, Read more about Helping Older Adults Avoid Tech Support Scams: Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Turns Her Attention To This Important Subject[…]

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Tips for Elder Adults: You May Not Be Very Tech Literate But You Can Be Very Scam Literate

One of the most important tips for elder adults is learning how to avoid all different types of scams we see today. Most older adults were not weaned on the computer the way younger generations are. That why tips for elder adults that help them avoid scams are so important. Many though, have ventured into Read more about Tips for Elder Adults: You May Not Be Very Tech Literate But You Can Be Very Scam Literate[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Importance Of Considering Financial Plan And Asset Protection Plan As Inseparable

Important Asset Protection Tips for Elder Adults Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton emphasizes the importance in a highly litigious society of making sure assets are well protected in the event of unexpected lawsuits. Delray Beach, FL December 11, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Talks About The Importance Of Considering Financial Plan And Asset Protection Plan As Inseparable[…]

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Financial Planning And Asset Protection – Think Of Them As Inseparable

Financial Planning and Asset Protection Should Be Considered As A Pair First comes financial planning. When it comes to financial planning and asset protection, once you’ve created a financial plan, the very next step is to make sure all of your current and future assets are properly protected. Keep Your Assets Safe And Out Of Read more about Financial Planning And Asset Protection – Think Of Them As Inseparable[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Gives Thanks For Her Clients And The Profession She Chose That Allows Her To Help Others

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about a personal ritual she practices on an annual basis in which she thinks about the individuals and families she has helped throughout the years. Delray Beach, FL December 2, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog on her Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Gives Thanks For Her Clients And The Profession She Chose That Allows Her To Help Others[…]

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So Thankful

Happy Thanksgiving! Each year at Thanksgiving I think back over the years of my practice and remember all the people I’ve been able to help. This small ritual fills me with such deep gratitude. I feel so privileged to be in a position to help people live better lives and see the light at the Read more about So Thankful[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Entertains Readers With Real Life Pet Trust Stories Validating The Desire To Leave Pets Cared For

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the popularity and acceptance of pet trusts and gives some wild examples of fortunes bestowed on beloved pets by some very wealthy and well-known pet lovers. Delray Beach, FL November 25, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Entertains Readers With Real Life Pet Trust Stories Validating The Desire To Leave Pets Cared For[…]

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Formal Estate Planning and Pet Trusts Redefine Chicken Scratch, Monkey Business And Going To The Dogs

Estate Planning and Pet Trusts Now Mainstream? Why should we focus on estate planning and pet trusts as we age? First, our animals are often better companions than other humans. It’s no surprise then, that many people are now requesting a pet trust be drawn up. I’m sharing some famous examples for entertainment value as Read more about Formal Estate Planning and Pet Trusts Redefine Chicken Scratch, Monkey Business And Going To The Dogs[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers How Alzheimer’s Disease Influenced Her Decision To Become An Elder Care Attorney

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton encourages readers to take a proactive role in talking to parents about their plans for care in later life during Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness month and relates that it is thought that the disease actually begins about 20 years before any signs become noticeable. Delray Beach, FL November 18, 2019: Mindy Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers How Alzheimer’s Disease Influenced Her Decision To Become An Elder Care Attorney[…]

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Elder Care Law: Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month Reminds Me Why I Do What I Do

Elder care law, estate planning, and asset protection all go hand in hand… My desire to work helping the elderly in a legal capacity began a long time ago. In effect, the seeds for my career in elder care law were planted years ago when the phone rang, and, upon answering I heard the panic-stricken Read more about Elder Care Law: Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month Reminds Me Why I Do What I Do[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals That Pet Trusts Are No Longer Eccentricities But Are Considered Mainstream

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton provides insight into the growing popularity of providing for the well-being of furry, feathered and other non-human family members through the inclusion of pet trusts in estate planning and asset protection plans. Delray Beach, FL November 14, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reveals That Pet Trusts Are No Longer Eccentricities But Are Considered Mainstream[…]

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Pet Trusts: Protecting Furry And Feathered Family Members Is Now Mainstream

Why are Pet Trusts Becoming More Popular? We are a nation of pet lovers. The increasing prevalence of pet trusts demonstrate that fact. More than two thirds of American households own pets. Annually, we spend more than $50 billion on the care of our pets. We give our pets birthday presents. We have professional photographs Read more about Pet Trusts: Protecting Furry And Feathered Family Members Is Now Mainstream[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares Some Powerful Statistics Proving The Need For Planning For Long-Term Care

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton tells readers that it is far better to hope for the best while planning for the worst when it comes to long-term care needs, suggesting that if the finances are there and are not needed they can be dispersed among heirs. Delray Beach, FL  November 7, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Shares Some Powerful Statistics Proving The Need For Planning For Long-Term Care[…]

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Statistics Prove The Need To Plan For Long-Term Care

Truth be told, no one knows for certain whether they will need long-term care. However, planning as if you will need it is far better than assuming that you won’t need it. I’ve been looking at some statistics that point to the importance of having a solid financial plan that includes provisions for long-term care. Read more about Statistics Prove The Need To Plan For Long-Term Care[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Update Or Create Legal Documents That Include Access To Digital Accounts And Assets

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton talks about one of the most overlooked areas when creating wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning documents, that of digital accounts and other digital assets. Delray Beach, FL  October 28, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Update Or Create Legal Documents That Include Access To Digital Accounts And Assets[…]

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When Creating An Estate and Asset Protection Plan Include Directions For Digital Assets

When Creating Your Estate and Asset Protection Plan, Don’t Overlook Your Digital Assets We are living in a digital world. And have been for a few decades now. In fact there are young people who have never seen or heard of a telephone that sat on a table that rang loudly and had to be Read more about When Creating An Estate and Asset Protection Plan Include Directions For Digital Assets[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Be Proactive And Put Asset Protection Plan In Place Sooner Rather Than Later

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the growing problem of financial exploitation of older people and how to help prevent this type of elder abuse with a solid and proper asset protection plan in place before facing a crisis. Delray Beach, FL October 23, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Readers To Be Proactive And Put Asset Protection Plan In Place Sooner Rather Than Later[…]

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Be Proactive To Avoid Becoming A Victim Of Elder Abuse

Few things make my heart hurt more than hearing about vulnerable older people being taken advantage of financially or being abused in any way. This is why I have dedicated my practice to the area of elder care law including trying to prevent elder abuse of any kind – physical or financial and more – Read more about Be Proactive To Avoid Becoming A Victim Of Elder Abuse[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Helps Adult Children Caretakers Protect Parents Against Scammers

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton offers helpful tips adult children can put in place for and review with elderly parents to protect them against becoming victims of scammers. Delray Beach, FL. October 15, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog on her law firm’s website Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Helps Adult Children Caretakers Protect Parents Against Scammers[…]

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Help Parents Avoid Becoming Scam Victims

As a caregiver for older parents, it’s important you know how to help prevent the elderly from becoming scam victims. Among the dozens of tasks adult caregivers face is a new worry – phone scammers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are roughly 43.5 million unpaid caregivers of adults ages 65 and older Read more about Help Parents Avoid Becoming Scam Victims[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Readers To Tend To The Needs Of Loved Ones With Mental Health Issues

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton talks about Mental Health Awareness Month and reminds readers that wills, as well as estate and asset protection plans may need to be created or updated to include instructions for the care of loved ones with special needs. Delray Beach, FL October 3, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Readers To Tend To The Needs Of Loved Ones With Mental Health Issues[…]

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Time to Update A Will? Depression And Mental Health Awareness Month Serves As a Reminder…

Remembering to – or Finding A Time to Update A Will – Can Be Hard. Certain Times, However, Remind Us More Than Others. How does Mental Health Awareness Month serve as a reminder that it might be time to update a will? Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. Read more about Time to Update A Will? Depression And Mental Health Awareness Month Serves As a Reminder…[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Parents To Establish Guardianship For Children In The Event Of Worst-Case Scenario

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about establishing a guardian for children in the tragic and rare event that both parents should die while children are still minors. DelrayBeach, FL September 23, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article on her law firm’s website entitled Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Reminds Parents To Establish Guardianship For Children In The Event Of Worst-Case Scenario[…]

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Appointing A Guardian For Your Children: Back to School Is a Good Time

Why Do You Need to Think About Appointing a Guardian for Your Kids? Does your back to school plan include estate planning or appointing a guardian for your kids? It should. Each year, as the kids head back to school, I remind my clients about the importance of establishing an estate plan that includes the Read more about Appointing A Guardian For Your Children: Back to School Is a Good Time[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton, Talks About The Difference Between Wills And Estate Plans

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton reveals greater importance of estate planning vs. a will in light of 2017 tax law changes. Delray Beach, FL , September 16, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog on her law firm’s website entitled “Your Will Won’t Protect Your Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton, Talks About The Difference Between Wills And Estate Plans[…]

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Your Will Won’t Protect Your Loved Ones From Predators And Creditors

A last will and testament is, without question, a powerful document. Besides giving you the ability to distribute your estate, choose your heirs and appoint guardianship, a last will and testament also lets you give your most precious belongings to your favorite people. But a will is not an estate plan, though it may be Read more about Your Will Won’t Protect Your Loved Ones From Predators And Creditors[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers They Have A Right To Prepare For Unexpected Medical Crises

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the advantages and importance of having an Advance Directive for Health Care form in the event of an unexpected medical crisis. Delray Beach, FL , September 11, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article on her law firm’s Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Tells Readers They Have A Right To Prepare For Unexpected Medical Crises[…]

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Every Adult Has The Right To Prepare For An Unexpected Medical Crisis

No one likes to think about the prospect of having to face a sudden, debilitating medical crisis. The very term “medical crisis” almost implies the unexpected nature of such events. I suggest to my clients that they think about the prospect of a medical crisis in the same way you think of having an emergency Read more about Every Adult Has The Right To Prepare For An Unexpected Medical Crisis[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton, Reviews The Top Four Fears Of Those Approaching Retirement

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton talks about retirees’ top fear and also talks about how to overcome any fear by enacting smart retirement planning. Delray Beach, FL, August 27, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new blog on her law firm’s website entitled “Retirees Four Greatest Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton, Reviews The Top Four Fears Of Those Approaching Retirement[…]

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Retirees Four Greatest Fears

What is your biggest fear? It has recently been said that the fear of death has been replaced by the fear of outliving one’s money. According to a Transamerica Corporation survey, 51% of respondents said their greatest retirement fear was outliving their savings. The second greatest fear is one that’s out of our control: Social Read more about Retirees Four Greatest Fears[…]

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Mindy Felinton , Founder Of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Talks About How To Keep The Government And Long-term Care Costs From Decimating Assets

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton writes about the most frequently asked question she hears which pertains to keeping the government and long-term care costs from getting all of one’s hard-earned assets. Delray Beach, FL , August 15, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article on Read more about Mindy Felinton , Founder Of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Talks About How To Keep The Government And Long-term Care Costs From Decimating Assets[…]

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Don’t Let The Government and Long-Term Care Costs Eat Up All Your Assets

Long-Term Care Costs Can Wipe Out Your Assets As a practicing, Elder Law and Estate Planning attorney, I meet hundreds of people each year. One of the most frequently asked questions I hear is, “How can I protect my assets from the government and long-term care costs?” In order to answer that question for you Read more about Don’t Let The Government and Long-Term Care Costs Eat Up All Your Assets[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Those In The Shrinking Middle Class To Take Advantage Of Medicaid Planning.

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton talks about the under-utilized benefits of Medicaid in tandem with Medicare for those with fewer and limited assets and encourages readers to include Medicaid as part of an overall asset protection plan. Delray Beach, FL., August 8, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Those In The Shrinking Middle Class To Take Advantage Of Medicaid Planning.[…]

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The Importance Of Medicaid Planning For Middle Class And Lower Income Clients

The middle class in this country is shrinking rapidly. For those remaining in this declining middle class, it requires every bit of intellect and wisdom to hold onto the hard-earned money you’ve worked for your entire life. If a tragic accident or illness were to unexpectedly occur, all of your assets could be wiped out Read more about The Importance Of Medicaid Planning For Middle Class And Lower Income Clients[…]

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Mindy Felinton , Founder Of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, Explains The Specific Purpose Of Elder Care Law

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton expounds upon the services provided and the very specific role of the relatively new area of Elder Care Law. Delray Beach, FL August 1, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new article on her law firm’s website entitled “Understanding The Purpose Read more about Mindy Felinton , Founder Of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, Explains The Specific Purpose Of Elder Care Law[…]

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Understanding The Purpose Of Elder Care Law

Understanding Elder Care Law: What is an Elder Law Attorney? Many people are not aware of this relatively new area of the law created to specifically serve the needs of the elderly and disabled as well as their families. Elder Care Law emerged due to our prolonged life expectancy. Because we humans are living longer, Read more about Understanding The Purpose Of Elder Care Law[…]

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Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Putting Together A Plan Early To Ensure Long-Term Asset Protection

Elder Care Attorney, Mindy Felinton encourages readers to seek asset protection before it’s too late, saying that once a crisis point is reached, there are fewer tools accessible for protection and assets run out quickly. Rockville, MD. July 22, 2019: Mindy Felinton, founder of Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers, has posted a new Read more about Felinton Elder Law & Estate Planning Centers Founder, Mindy Felinton Encourages Putting Together A Plan Early To Ensure Long-Term Asset Protection[…]

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Make A Plan To Protect Your Assets Sooner Rather Than Later

Why Consider a Plan to Protect Your Assets? I have always loved making plans. Ever since I was a kid, I would help my mother plan the weekly grocery list. I loved planning menus for dinner. I loved planning goals throughout high school and college and then my life’s goals. Anyone who knows me knows Read more about Make A Plan To Protect Your Assets Sooner Rather Than Later[…]