Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas
in texas my father gets 1400.00 a month from social security and has a home with about 30,000.00 of equity and no saving account if he goes into a nursing home will they take the home
Asked on 4/26/10, 10:19 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Cheryl Rivera Smith
The Smith Law Firm
No. The homestead is exempt from Medicaid minimums. Be careful, because if he deeds the house to a family member within the 5-year look-back period, it could jeopardize future benefits. It's best to talk to an eldercare attorney before taking any action.
Answered on 5/02/10, 7:55 am
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