In the past, minimizing the estate tax was a prime concern for farmers and ranchers when considering their estate plans. Now that tax laws have changed, focus has been redirected towards planning a transition between the generations. Many farmers and ranchers want to see their lifelong work passed onto their children and grandchildren, yet, don’t
How long does it take to get a hearing decision on your SSDI claim? In Little Rock: 439 Days, on average. Yes, you read that right – it takes well over a year to receive a decision regarding whether you will get the benefits that you have earned and paid for! This is a measurement
Learn how to check the status of your Social Security Disability application online. Social Security Disability Application Status: It is easy to check the status of your Social Security Disability application online. You just need your social security number and the confirmation number that you were given when you turned in your Social Security Disability Application. Social
Can I reopen my Social Security Disability Case? If your Social Security Disability case has been denied, the next step is usually to appeal that decision. However, what if you have missed your deadline to appeal and the decision on your case is clearly incorrect? Generally, if you have missed your deadline to appeal, your
What is an Estate Plan? Estate Plan: a comprehensive approach to ensuring that your financial goals and medical preferences are respected during your lifetime, and that your property is distributed according to your instructions at the time of your death. Why do I need one? DURING YOUR LIFE: an estate plan provides management for your assets, and instructions
What is “Owner Financing?” Owner financing, also called seller financing, occurs when a property buyer borrows the purchase price directly from the property seller. With owner financing, the buyer and seller come to an agreement on the purchase price of the home and the terms of the loan. The home buyer will borrow the purchase
Should you qualify for SSD benefits? If you have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) benefits and have been denied, try this FREE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CASE EVALUATION to see whether you should pursue an appeal. If you are disabled and need help navigating the Social Security Disability system. Contact Deborah at The Hardin Law Firm, PLC,
We have all heard the line, “If we don’t win, you don’t pay!” This is usually true for Social Security Disability attorneys. When you hire a disability attorney to represent you with your Social Security Disability (“SSD”) Claim, the Social Security Administration must approve any fee agreement that you sign. This particular fee agreement
When applying for SSDI or SSI benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must consider whether or not you are “disabled.” What does the SSA mean when they say “disabled?” 1) You must have a severe impairment; 2) You must be unable to do substantial work because of your medical condition(s); and 3) Your medical condition(s)
Disability for Chronic Migraines If you experience regular, severe migraine headaches, it may be difficult to function on a daily basis, often able to do nothing more than stay in bed in a dark room for hours – or days – at a time. Does this qualify you for SSD? It might. For more details