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Estate planning is a complex and personal process. From wills to trusts and other estate planning documents, ensuring that the care of your assets after you pass away honors your wishes is vital. If you’re considering an estate plan, research your options and consult an experienced and knowledgeable Long Island estate planning attorney for the […]

You have worked hard to accumulate assets and build your retirement fund. Understandably, you want to protect these assets to pass them down to your loved ones. Unfortunately, we cannot predict when an unexpected illness or disability can cause us to lose these assets if we haven’t taken the necessary steps to protect them. This […]

Are you purchasing a new home or selling your property on Long Island? Commercial and residential real estate transactions in Melville and throughout New York can be complex and overwhelming, with lengthy paperwork and the potential for long-term commitments. One way to ease the stress is by creating a power of attorney (POA) for real […]

Are you worried about how you’ll pay for long-term care if your financial situation changes? You’re not alone; by 2050, Medicaid spending is expected to triple. Increasingly, New York residents have been researching the Medicaid rules to understand how to qualify for long-term care. However, applying for Medicaid and understanding the Medicaid spend-down in NY […]

With us now is Vivian, and she is an Esquire. And I'm so happy to have her here. We're going to be talking in particular about how to prepare for our elderly population. Welcome to the show. How are you? I'm doing well. Thank you. How are you? Good. We have an audience, Vivian, that's […]

Are you considering buying or selling real estate on Long Island, Manhattan, Queens or the Bronx? Like most New Yorkers, you probably have multiple questions and concerns about such a significant transaction. For many, their home is their most valuable asset, but real estate transactions involve risk for sellers and buyers. With decades of experience […]

Your estate plan determines the financial future of your loved ones, your hard-earned assets, and your quality of life in your golden years. With so much at stake, you want to work with an experienced and compassionate legal professional you can trust. What makes an excellent estate planning attorney? In this blog, we describe seven […]

MELVILLE, New York—Schneider, Garrastegui & Fedele, PLLC, an Elder Law Firm, alerts New York residents about the types of problems that can arise when they fail to prepare important Estate Planning documents. These documents include a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney, and a Health Care Proxy at the time of their death, […]

MELVILLE, New York—Vivian Garrastegui, Elder Law Attorney and Partner at Schneider, Garrastegui & Fedele, PLLC, is pleased to announce that she will be speaking at a live online seminar sponsored by the National Business Institute (NBI). The Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid seminar will be held online on April 25, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. […]

If you live in New York and are considering long-term care expenses, do not delay planning for Medicaid. The costs associated with aging can decimate retirement savings and jeopardize your ability to leave considerable assets for your loved ones. However, incorporating Medicaid planning into a comprehensive estate plan can guard against these looming threats to […]