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When Love Meets Financial Reality: Understanding Gray Divorce for Medicaid Planning
The cost of long-term care continues to skyrocket across the United States. With nursing home costs averaging $10,000 per month for a private room, many families face a heartbreaking reality: watching their life savings disappear to pay for care.
sarabarnett2
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Revocable Living Trusts: A Safety Net for Parents with Minor Children
Learn how a Tennessee Revocable Living Trust shields minor children, skips probate, and keeps your family on track: explained by Sara Barnett.
sarabarnett2
Jul 18, 20256 min read


Medicare, Legal Planning, and Care Options: What TN Families Need to Know About Serious Illness
When a loved one faces serious illness, planning ahead can make all the difference. This guide helps Tennessee families understand Medicare, explore hospice and palliative care, and use legal tools like advance directives and powers of attorney. Learn your rights, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure care decisions reflect your loved one’s wishes. Legal and healthcare planning can bring peace of mind when it matters most.
sarabarnett2
Jun 9, 20257 min read


Aging with Dignity Starts with Protection by Design: Elder Law Month
Aging with dignity begins with thoughtful legal planning. From powers of attorney to Medicaid strategies, learn how elder law protects your health, assets, and independence.
sarabarnett2
Apr 30, 20253 min read


Avoid Medicaid Penalties: Spend-Down Strategies for TennCare Choices
TennCare CHOICES spend-down guide: Legally reduce assets, avoid penalties, and qualify for Medicaid long-term care in Tennessee.
sarabarnett2
Feb 17, 20253 min read


The Tofurkey Trap: Why DIY Estate Planning Won’t Cut It
DIY estate planning might seem easy, but it's like Tofurkey—great as a substitute, but not the real deal your family deserves.
sarabarnett2
Dec 20, 20243 min read


13 Things Taylor Swift's Eras Can Teach You About Estate Planning: One Era at a Time
My dad and I went to the Era's Tour in Toronto: here is what Taylor Swift can teach you about estate planning.
sarabarnett2
Dec 1, 20249 min read


An Overview of Tennessee Probate: What to Expect
Learn how Tennessee probate works, steps to take, and ways to simplify the process effectively.
sarabarnett2
Nov 15, 20245 min read


Yours, Mine, and Ours: Estate Planning for Blended Families
This guide tackles the tricky parts of estate planning in blended families.
sarabarnett2
Nov 8, 20247 min read
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