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To qualify for Long-Term Care Medicaid in Florida, a single applicant can have no more than $2,000 in countable assets. If you have more than that — and most people do — you need to “spend down” before applying. But spend-down is not about wasting money. Done right, it’s about converting countable assets into exempt… Continue reading Medicaid Spend Down Rules in Florida: What Counts, What Doesn’t, and How to Do It Right
For 2026, Florida’s long-term care Medicaid income limit is $2,982 per month in gross income for a single applicant (300% of the Federal Benefit Rate), with a countable asset limit of $2,000. Applicants whose income exceeds the cap can still qualify by routing their income through a Qualified Income Trust (Miller Trust). These figures change… Continue reading Florida Medicaid Income Limits 2026: What You Need to Know to Qualify
If you or a loved one needs long-term care in Florida, the question keeping you up at night is probably this: Can Medicaid take my house? The answer depends on timing, planning, and who survives you. Florida has some of the strongest homestead protections in the country, but those protections are not automatic and they… Continue reading Can Medicaid Take Your House in Florida? What Homeowners Need to Know in 2026
Understanding how to protect assets from Medicaid in Florida is crucial for families facing the potential need for long-term care. With nursing home costs averaging over $100,000 annually in Florida, Medicaid often becomes the primary funding source for extended care. However, Florida’s Medicaid program includes asset recovery provisions that can claim your estate after death,… Continue reading How to Protect Your Assets from Medicaid in Florida: 7 Legal Strategies for 2026
When facing the prospect of long-term care costs in Florida, understanding what assets are exempt from Medicaid in Florida becomes crucial for protecting your family’s financial security. Florida’s Medicaid program, which helps cover nursing home and home care costs, has strict asset limits that determine eligibility. However, not all assets count toward these limits, and… Continue reading What Assets Are Exempt from Medicaid in Florida? A Complete Guide to Countable vs. Non-Countable Assets
When someone passes away in Florida, their home or land often becomes co-owned by several heirs. Siblings, children, or extended family members may inherit the property together through a probate proceeding. While joint ownership can seem simple at first, it often becomes complicated when not everyone agrees on what to do with the property. One… Continue reading PARTITION AND INHERITED PROPERTY IN FLORIDA PROBATE
Understanding the Fiduciary Role: Why Power of Attorney Agents Face Strict Legal Obligations Key Takeaway: Power of attorney agents in Florida are fiduciaries bound by strict legal duties—they must act solely for the principal’s benefit and can face serious legal consequences for misconduct. When a person grants a Power of Attorney in Florida, they confer… Continue reading FIDUCIARY ABUSE UNDER FLORIDA POWERS OF ATTORNEY: UNDERSTANDING AGENT LIABILITY, STATUTORY DUTIES, AND REMEDIES FOR BREACH
When a loved one with a developmental disability turns 18, families often face tough questions. How do we balance independence with protection? How can we ensure that important decisions—like medical care, housing, or finances—are handled responsibly while still respecting the individual’s autonomy? In Florida, one answer is Guardian Advocacy. It’s a unique legal process designed… Continue reading GUARDIAN ADVOCACY IN FLORIDA: A COMPASSIONATE ALTERNATIVE TO GUARDIANSHIP
When a loved one grants someone a Florida Power of Attorney, they hand over immense control of their finances and property. That control comes with serious legal responsibilities. Florida law imposes strict fiduciary duties on agents—and when those duties are violated, the law provides remedies. One of the most important of these duties is the… Continue reading FLORIDA POWER OF ATTORNEY LITIGATION – THE DUTY TO PRESERVE ASSETS AND ESTATE PLANS
