I would try the detailing clay used on cars. I had some paint over spray on my car window and the clay removed it and it won't scratch your glass. You should be able to get it at an auto supply store.

Posted by: mariano at July 23, 2009 12:33 AM in response to Removing Paint Mist from Window?

Seems like the easiest thing to do is to tie a rope to the door handle and attach the rope to something, maybe a radiator, to have just enough give to leave the door open four inches.

Posted by: mariano at April 23, 2009 12:04 AM in response to How to keep a door ajar???

I took some stubborn wall paper off with a $50 steamer from Home Depot. It was by far the easiest way.

Posted by: mariano at December 13, 2008 8:58 PM in response to recommended technique for removing stubborn wallpaper???

You should take their names off the deed immediately. If they ever get sick and need Medicaid, the gov't will be able to make a claim against the house for repayment.

Posted by: mariano at September 30, 2008 8:23 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

"medicare wont take a primary residence, but they will place a lien upon the property."

No you fucking fucktard! Just put the house in a trust. Get a lawyer to help you and please don't listen to the Asshats!

The What

Someday this war uis gonna end..

Posted by: what at September 30, 2008 9:29 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

Brownsville: I think this is a much bigger question than the one you're asking, and that you and your parents would do well to speak to a good trust and estate attorney (not easy to find). At minimum you should examine your own taxes and expenses, as well as your parents'. Lowering your parents' taxes might be the least of what needs to be attended to. Things to consider: What was the value of the house when you bought it, and what is it's value now? What are your parents' medical expenses and what can you anticipate for the future? Do you or they have the funds to pay their current health care expenses or to pay for long-term care? Have your parents written a will? If so, when was it last updated and who has a copy? How well organized is their record-keeping? Who did they name as executor, and is that person still a good choice? Do you have siblings, other family members, or other parties who should be consulted in the current decision or who will figure in later outcomes?

What: How about OP sends her parents over to wash your mouth out with soap, something your own parents apparently overlooked? While OP's parents submerge you in a ritual cleansing, maybe she'll have a chance to consider genuine responses without being assaulted by your foul-mouthed, negative-attention-seeking, depraved rants.

Posted by: vinca at September 30, 2008 11:27 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

I want to thank everyone for their help - much appreciated.

Vinca - I agree with you - it's very hard to find a trust and real estate attorney. Their fees are pretty steep. If anyone knows of one, please let me know.

Again, thanks guys.

Posted by: Brownsville at October 1, 2008 7:40 AM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

My lawyer is excellent on real estate, trusts & estates.

David Fainkich
david@dfainkich.com

tell him I recommended you

the What is correct...get a trust

Posted by: daveinbedstuy at October 1, 2008 8:46 AM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

I noticed a distinct chill in my office a few minutes ago. Now that I see DIBS seconding what's advice, I realize it must be hell freezing over. Can't speak to a trust -- not my area -- but definitely consult with a T&E lawyer who can help you think the issues through.

Posted by: slopefarm at October 1, 2008 12:08 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

To susan elkins
I heard that medicaid gets reimbursed after death from the sale of the recipients residence.

Please double check what people tell you. it is a tricky complicated subject.

Try an elder care lawyer for advice.
Just be careful which one you pick.

I wish you the best of luck.

Posted by: Ysabelle at October 1, 2008 12:15 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

Medicaid and medicare are separate entities.

Posted by: Ysabelle at October 1, 2008 12:17 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

Put the deed under your name as the only owner of the property and let your parents live in the house the way they always did.
It is called a life estate and it is written in the deed as such.

What you can do is research the subject on the internet.

Look up an attorney named armand buddish. He is an elder care law specialist who donates his time to various senior causes. I am not sure of the spelling of his name.

You can also research it on AARP the senior citizen group. They are on the internet.

Before you throw money away from bad advice on brownstoner.

Believe me this is an important subject that affects everyone eventually.

In order to effectuate the transfer of assets with no penalty it has to be done way in advance of the fling of medicaid.

It could be minimum of 5 years or more, I am not sure.

Posted by: Ysabelle at October 1, 2008 12:35 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

Brownsville: One very important thing I forgot to mention is a medical directive. In case no medical power of attorney yet exists, you can begin that conversation with your parents by using: http://www.agingwithdignity.org/5wishes.pdf
If you post an Email address or other way to reach you, I will send two attorney recommendations.

Posted by: vinca at October 1, 2008 1:41 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed

Medical directives and living wills can be done with no attorney. The forms are self explanatory.

google lving will ny and google medical directive ny.

All the forms are available free of charge on the internet.

You will find instructions with the forms that are in simple english.

Posted by: Ysabelle at October 1, 2008 2:45 PM in response to Removing a Need from a Deed