Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Four Important Goals In Estate Planning: Which Ones Describe You?
As the name implies, estate planning involves plans and preparations for the future and any unexpected events that may arise. This includes making a complete inventory of current assets, anticipating future needs, identifying top priorities, and putting the proper legal documents in place to ensure you are protected. In creating an estate plan, there… Read More »
Five Signs That It Is Time To Downsize Your Home
Having a large home is a common goal for many people. It helps in accommodating the needs of a growing family, allows for the convenience of a dedicated home office, and makes it easier to host large gatherings of family and friends. However, this all comes at a cost. As you get older, you… Read More »
Providing For Pets In Estate Planning
For many of us, pets play an important role in our families. They provide a source of both love and protection, particularly once we get older and our activities become more limited. If you are an older adult, you may have concerns about how your pet would be provided for in the event anything… Read More »
As The Seller’s Market Dwindles Down, Is Now The Time To Sell Your Home?
After stalling for much of the pandemic, the real estate market rebounded quickly once COVID-19 shut down orders were lifted. More than a year later, an unprecedented surge in activity appears to be dwindling down. With it goes the major increases in prices and multiple offers, which caused many who were not otherwise thinking… Read More »
This Fall, Take Action To Prevent Common Injuries That Prompt The Need For Nursing Home Care
The cooler temperatures associated with fall means more time spent indoors. This makes it the perfect time of year to raise awareness about a common problem among older adults that can prompt the need for nursing home care: slips and falls. Our Bronx & New Rochelle Medicaid and nursing home care attorneys offer tips… Read More »
The Benefits Of Estate Planning And How To Prepare For A Consultation
As your neighborhood law firm, our Bronx & New Rochelle estate planning attorneys at Cavallo & Cavallo are happy to consult with you regarding steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones, both now and in the years to come. Find out more about the benefits of estate planning and how… Read More »
Paying For Nursing Home Care: What Are The Options?
Most older adults would prefer to remain in their own home as long as possible but there may come a point where this is no longer an option. Many people eventually end up needing some type of long-term or nursing home care. Unfortunately, when the time does come, the costs involved can create some… Read More »
How Changes In Estate Tax Laws Could Impact You
Estate taxes are a concern for New York residents on a local and state level, potentially impacting the amount heirs and beneficiaries are entitled to receive from your estate. Often thought of as applying to only the wealthiest of individuals, changes in the current tax code over the next few years and new proposals… Read More »
Six Medical Conditions Common Among Older Adults That Can Prompt The Need For Nursing Home Care
Chronic medical conditions can eventually prevent you from performing routine tasks, such as cleaning, cooking, or caring for yourself. If you are over the age of 65 or have an older adult loved one who is, be aware of common conditions that can prompt the need for nursing home care. Common Medical Conditions That… Read More »
The Difference Between A Will And An Estate Plan
Unexpected events can happen that jeopardize your health and put the financial security of both you and your loved ones at risk. A will details how property and assets are distributed in the event of your passing. Estate planning helps to ensure you, your family, and your assets are protected. Do I Need A… Read More »