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The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show
Hosted by Jeffrey Bellomo, Esq., CELA, LLM, and over 20 years of experience practicing in estate planning. We'll discuss all things Estate Planning and Law. Our mission is to help educate so that what happened to the Bellomo family doesn't happen to you. We hope to answer your most burning questions and support you with a solution to estate planning that works for you and your loved ones.
Episodes
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowBrian Strong of KBG Injury Law
Brian Strong is an attorney with KBG Injury Law. Jeff and Brian met when Brian sponsored a group of young lawyers, including Jeff, to be admitted to practice…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowEvent A/V Expert Steve Kownacki of Final Focus Productions
Using technology to bring people together for a large conference or even a small meeting can be complicated. Today, people expect professional productions…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowMolly McGrath: Transforming the Legal Workplace
Molly McGrath has left an indelible mark on Bellomo & Associates and countless other law firms. Her passion and expertise is in hiring, coaching, and…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowIntroducing Our Exciting New Workshops!
Those who have been following this podcast know that Jeff Bellomo's sense of purpose grew out of a difficult situation his family faced when his mother became…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowWhy Trusts Are More Important Than Ever
A U.S. Department of Health and Human Services report from 2019 estimates that 70% of Americans over the age of 65 will need some form of long-term care (LTC)…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowChuck Sierk: Helping Homeowners through Big Transitions
Chuck Sierk is a realtor, success coach, developer, and owner of Lancaster Estate Solutions. Whether it's downsizing to a new living situation or closing up…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowDylan "Deals" Madsen: From Hip Hop to Real Estate
Dylan Madsen is one of a kind. As a hip hop artist, Dylan understands the value of authenticity and personality when connecting with an audience. This same…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowWhat Should You Ask Your Estate Planning Attorney?
The professionals at Bellomo & Associates conduct free, educational workshops on a regular basis so that you can make well-informed decisions that protect your…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowUnderstanding the Value of Planning with Tim Sechler
Tim Sechler is a certified elder law attorney serving residents of Cranberry, Mars, Wexford, Pittsburgh, Butler, and surrounding communities in Pennsylvania…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law Show2022 in Review: Challenges Result in Exciting Developments
Jeff reviews some key changes in 2022 that have enabled Bellomo & Associates to expand its estate planning and elder law services. He also shares a…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowUnderstanding Property Ownership Types and Deeds
Jeff addresses listeners' questions about property ownership and deeds. He explains different types of ownership arrangements, some of which are implied on the…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowNew 2023 Numbers for Tax and Medicaid Planning
The start of the new year brings new numbers that affect financial decisions and health care. Jeff provides an update on the 2023 numbers you should know for…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowJohn Strittmatter: Building Foundational Personal Skills through Wrestling
Jeff Bellomo and his long-time friend, John Strittmatter, talk about growing up in Ebensburg and learning foundational skills through wrestling and other…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowBack By Popular Demand: DeAnna Bellomo
Jeff is joined again by his delightful daughter, DeAnna. After her first appearance on the podcast, listeners urged Jeff to have her make another appearance…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowMeet Scuba Instructor Chelsey Richardson
Jeff talks with Chelsey Richardson of Express Watersports in Myrtle Beach, SC. Chelsey is the scuba instructor who has guided Jeff and his daughter, DeAnna…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowBenefits of Putting Your House in a Trust
A person's house is often their biggest asset and deserves protection, but in most cases transferring ownership is not enough. Putting your house in a trust is…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowThe Types and Responsibilities of a Fiduciary
There are four types of fiduciaries. Serving as a fiduciary comes with great responsibility and takes a lot of work. Whether choosing a fiduciary or agreeing…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowMeet Jeff's Daughter, DeAnna Bellomo
In this delightful departure from the usual discussions of elder law and estate planning, Jeff introduces us to a special guest, his daughter, DeAnna. She is…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowUsing Medicaid for Nursing Homes and in-Home Care
Medicaid is a valuable federal program that primarily applies to nursing home and in-home care. The law is open to some interpretation by individual states, so…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowSuccess Principles, Networking Advice, and Finding Your Passion with Danny Ferry
Host Jeffrey Bellomo introduces us to his friend, Danny Ferry, a business owner and podcast host. Jeff appeared on a recent episode of Danny's podcast, and now…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowShould I Protect My Assets?
Yes, it is a good idea to protect your assets. You love your family way too much not to set up protections for today and into the future. But safeguarding your…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowUnderstanding Your Last Will and Testament
A "last will and testament" (or the lack of one) largely determines who gets our or our loved one's assets after death. Also, a will is subject to state laws…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowTrusts and Protecting Your Home
Transferring ownership of your home to your child or children is easy, but that's where the uneasiness often begins. When you give joint or sole ownership of…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowDebunking the Medicaid Myths
Several myths about Medicaid have taken hold in our public consciousness. Oftentimes, because of these myths, people who seek help from Bellomo & Associates…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowBenefits of Attending Our Workshops
Jeff Bellomo started his estate planning and elder care law firm with a commitment to educating people so that they could make the best possible decisions for…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowGetting to Know Jeff Bellomo
When choosing professional services, it helps to know the people behind the logo. What's their backstory? What motivates them? Are they the kind of people you…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowWorking with Bellomo and Associates
Jeffrey Bellomo decided to specialize in estate planning and elder law because of a health crisis in his own family. He discusses how that difficult situation…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowProbate v. Non-Probate Assets
The difference between probate and non-probate assets is one of the most misunderstood areas in estate planning and elder law. Making informed decisions is…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowNursing Home Medicaid V. In-Home Care Waiver Program
We start this episode by talking about the legal structure of Medicaid and how states can interpret it. Following that, we go through the distinction between…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowA Deeper Look at Medicaid
Medicaid was mentioned previously on the show, but this time we take an in-depth look at Medicaid as it relates to estate planning and elder law. This episode…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowHealthcare and Financial Professional Boot Camp
In this episode, we focus on Bellomo & Associates' professional 'boot camps'. We go through the origin of these educational events, what they do for healthcare…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowOur Maintenance Family
In this edition of the "Red Wagon Estate Planning and Elder Law Show", we go through the ins-and-outs of our maintenance program. Jeff begins by talking about…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowSpecial Needs Trusts
In this episode of the show, we explain what you need to know about special needs trusts. It is important to first look into obtaining a Power of Attorney, and…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowHow to Approach Estate Planning
On this edition of the show, we go over the importance of getting the proper assistance with estate planning and how not seeking the services of estate…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowExplaining Medicare v. Medicaid
In this episode, we discuss a very important topic: Medicare vs. Medicaid. We explain Medicare first and what Medicare's relevancy is in terms of estate…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowProtecting Your Assets with the Three Lands of Estate Planning
In this episode, we go over one of the fundamental concepts of Bellomo & Associates: "The Three Lands to Your Family's Security". The three elements of this…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowThe Different Types of Trusts
In this episode, we review a little bit of the "Three Lands of Estate Planning" discussed in the previous episode. Then we transition into an introduction of…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowWhat You Should Know about Estate Planning and Common Misconceptions
In this episode, we walk through what estate planning is and who needs it, the basics of financial and medical power of attorney, and planning a will. We also…
The Red Wagon Estate Planning & Elder Law ShowThe Red Wagon Estate Planning and Elder Law Show Podcast Trailer
In this episode, we go over the premise of the Red Wagon Estate Planning and Elder Law Show. Attorney Jeff Bellomo will discuss all things estate planning and…