A testamentary trust is created inside your will and takes effect at death. Learn how it protects minor children, grandchildren, and special needs beneficiaries — and how it compares to a living trust.
Nursing home costs in North Carolina can exceed $90,000 per year — and Medicaid is how most families cover them. But qualifying isn't automatic. This guide explains NC Medicaid's income and asset rules, the 5-year look-back, spousal protections, and legal strategies to protect what you've worked for.
Nursing home care in Georgia exceeds $8,000 per month. Learn how Georgia Medicaid works for seniors, the $2,000 asset limit, the 60-month look-back period, spousal protections up to $154,140, and how a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust can shield your home and savings in 2026.
A transfer-on-death deed lets you pass your home directly to heirs — skipping probate entirely. Learn how TOD deeds work, which states allow them, and how they compare to living trusts and Medicaid planning strategies.