Empowering You With The Knowledge To Plan Ahead
At McDowell Law Group, we are committed to helping you make informed decisions about your future. This blog serves as a resource hub for all our practice areas, from estate planning and asset protection to long-term care and Medicaid planning. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to confidently plan for the future, safeguard your assets, and address your family’s unique legal needs.
What Can You Expect From the IRS During the Government Shutdown?
Keep your expectations low. In their defense, the reduction in the IRS’s workforce during 2025 is limiting the IRS’s capabilities, which in turn is creating uncertainty and frustration in getting issues resolved. The Federal Government Shutdown Is Further...
Dealing with a Deceased Individual’s Income Tax Issues
If you’ve been named as the executor, personal representative, or administrator of a decedent’s estate, you have the responsibility of handling the decedent’s tax obligations. Failing to properly address a decedent’s federal and state income tax issues can result in...
Celebrating National Special Needs Law Month
October marks National Special Needs Law Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique legal challenges facing individuals with disabilities and their families. This annual observance highlights the critical role that specialized legal planning plays in securing the future, protecting assets, and ensuring access to vital benefits for persons with disabilities.
Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility: What You Need to Know
Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to eligible individuals, including the elderly and people with disabilities. In truth, Medicaid is not a single program but rather a collection of different programs administered under one...
If You Received IRS Notice LT16, You Have Unpaid Taxes or Unfiled Returns
If you receive an IRS Notice LT16, the IRS is trying to collect unpaid taxes from you. The Notice LT16 informs you that you have an outstanding tax balance for one or more tax years and tells you how much you owe (to include penalties and interest), when payment is...
What Is Elder Law and Why You Need an Elder Law Attorney
Elder law is a specialized area of legal practice that focuses on the unique issues facing older adults, individuals with disabilities or special needs, and their families. This field of law addresses the complex intersection of legal, financial, medical, and social...
IRS Sends LT36 Notices to 525,000 Federal Employees and Retirees With Tax Debt
IRS Notice LT36; Urgent: You Have An Outstanding Tax Issue The IRS started sending Notice LT36 to current and retired federal employees who may not be current with their federal tax filing obligations or have back tax obligations...
Behind on Filing Tax Returns? How to Get Back into IRS Compliance
If you haven’t filed tax returns in several years and have a filing requirement, you need to get into compliance. Section 7203 of the Internal Revenue Code requires tax returns to be filed. Failing to file tax returns and pay the tax due only leads to increased...
Essential Checklist for Disposition of Assets
Creating a comprehensive estate plan isn’t just about distributing assets, it’s about providing clarity and guidance for your loved ones. Without proper planning, the administration of your estate and distribution of your assets after your death can become...
Medicaid Myths and Facts for Long-Term Care Planning
Debunk common misconceptions about Medicaid, clarify eligibility criteria, and learn how to effectively prepare for long-term care costs.
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