Medicaid, the Home & the Five-Year Look-Back

About this session

The five-year look-back is the single most misunderstood rule in elder law. Fear of it stops good planning as often as the rule itself.

Danielle explains what the look-back does and does not penalize, and the steps that remain open even late.

Common questions

Have I already ruined my chances if I gifted money?

Not necessarily. The penalty depends on amount and timing — bring the details.