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The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Could Mean for Your Long-Term Care Planning
By Duncan Legal, PC | Centennial, CO Helping People Solve Life's Puzzles. A new federal law—informally known as the Big Beautiful Bill—has passed, and it carries big implications for anyone who may need Medicaid to cover long-term care costs in the future. While...
The Myth of the Simple Will in a Complex World
At Duncan Legal, PC, we often hear, I just need a simple will. It's a common request—and a perfectly reasonable place to begin. Most people want something straightforward, a document that ensures their belongings go to the right people when they pass. But in today's...
Protecting What Matters Most: How Life Insurance Supports Your Estate Planning Goals
Duncan Legal, PC Helping people solve life's puzzles. When it comes to building a legacy, it's not just about the financial assets you leave behind—it's about creating peace of mind for the people you love most. At Duncan Legal, PC, we believe estate planning is...
Navigating the Sudden Loss of a Loved One: What to Do When the Unimaginable Happens
Duncan Legal, PC Helping people solve life's puzzles. The sudden loss of a loved one is one of life's most devastating and disorienting events. At Duncan Legal, PC, we understand that in the midst of grief, handling legal and personal responsibilities can feel...
The Role of Portability in Estate Tax Planning
When you think about estate planning, tools like wills and trusts often take center stage. But there's another strategy that could save your family millions—and it's often overlooked. It's called portability, and while it can be a powerful way to reduce or eliminate...
State Rules Matter: Why Medicaid Planning Is Not One-Size-Fits-All
When it comes to preparing for long-term care, many people are surprised to discover just how state-specific Medicaid really is. Yes—Medicaid is a federal program, but each state interprets and applies the rules differently. What that means for you? A strategy that...
Protecting Our Loved Ones: How to Recognize the Signs of Nursing Home and Assisted Living Abuse
When someone we care about moves into a nursing home or assisted living facility, we entrust others with something deeply important: their safety, dignity, and well-being. While many care providers deliver compassionate service, elder abuse and neglect remain far too...
Powers of Attorney in 2025: Should You Choose General or Limited Authority?
A Power of Attorney (POA) is one of the most powerful—and practical—documents in your estate plan. Unlike a will or trust that typically takes effect later in life or after death, a POA comes into play while you're still alive, often during an illness, injury, or...
Mind Matters: Understanding the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s in 2025
At Duncan Legal, PC, we know that understanding a dementia or Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming. These conditions impact not only the individual but also their caregivers, loved ones, and financial future. As of 2025, Alzheimer's disease remains the most...
Finding the Right Nursing Home in 2025: Why the Five-Star Rating System Isn’t Enough
At Duncan Legal, PC, we understand how emotional and overwhelming it can be to choose a nursing home for a loved one. Families often begin the search with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Five-Star Quality Rating System—a tool created in 2008...
