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At Cardinal Estate Planning, we help families across northeast and central Pennsylvania with elder law, asset protection, estate planning, probate, and more. Whether you’re planning ahead or dealing with a crisis, we’ll help you find clear answers—and peace of mind.
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Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
With the average cost of nursing home care exceeding $12,000 per month in Pennsylvania, most of us do not have the ability to cover the cost of our care for long. Government programs designed to help families pay for care have confusing and stringent regulations that most people do not understand. We can help you and your family navigate a long-term care crisis even after a loved one enters a nursing facility.
Asset Protection Planning
Do you want to leave a financial legacy for your family after you're gone? Are you concerned that long-term care costs or other threats may reduce what you can leave to your family or that threats like divorce or lawsuits could jeopardize your children’s inheritance after you've died? We can help you protect your assets during your life and even after you're gone for your family.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning is knowing exactly what would happen if you can’t make decisions for yourself, need long-term care, or pass away. Everyone needs an estate plan because if you do not plan for yourself, you will rely on the government’s plan for you. We will help you every step of the way so that your estate planning goals become a reality.
Probate
When a family member dies, grief is unavoidable. The legal process shouldn't make it worse. Yet personal representatives are often thrust into a maze of court filings, creditor notices, tax deadlines, and difficult family conversations—all while mourning their own loss. We handle the legal and administrative work on probate estates so you can focus on your family.
Estate & Trust Administration
Not every estate goes through probate, but that doesn't mean the work is simple. Trustees and families still face account transfers, tax filings, creditor issues, and the task of carrying out a loved one's wishes—often without a court to provide structure or guidance. We help you settle the estate efficiently and correctly so nothing falls through the cracks.
Special Needs Planning
Providing for a loved one with a disability requires more than good intentions. A single misstep—an inheritance left outright, a well-meaning gift from a relative— can disqualify your loved one from the government benefits they depend on for housing, medical care, and daily support. We help families create plans that protect eligibility while ensuring your loved one has the resources to live with dignity and security.
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- The 3 Cardinal Rules for Planning Your Estate and Protecting Your Assets
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- Estate Planning Basics
- Understanding Medicaid
- Introduction to Probate