New Yorkers should be fully aware of the importance of drafting estate planning documents. There are a seeming endless number of reasons why this is a good idea. Often, however, people who have an estate plan will not update it as needed. Simply having the estate plan is rarely enough. Knowing when and why it is essential to update the plan can avoid long-term problems and regret.
Could a special needs trust help your loved one?
Creating your estate plan can be complicated, and if you have a disabled loved one, your plan can be even more complicated. One option you have available to you in New York is the special needs trust, also referred to as a supplemental needs trust. The special needs trust allows you to care for a disabled family member without jeopardizing the Medicaid benefits they rely on.
