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This guide provides Pennsylvania residents with essential insights into the estate planning process, helping you navigate key documents and avoid common pitfalls.

Choosing someone to manage your estate after your passing is one of the most important decisions you make while creating your will. In Pennsylvania, this role is often called a personal representative , executor , or executrix . No matter the title, this individual is responsible for carrying out your final wishes, navigating the probate process, and ensuring that your loved ones are protected. It’s a tremendous responsibility — which is why choosing the right person matters.

Many people use the terms Medicare  and Medicaid  interchangeably—after all, they both deal with health care. However, these programs serve very different purposes, with distinct eligibility requirements, coverage options, and roles in long-term care planning. At McNickle & Bonner, LLP , our elder law attorneys help clients understand how these programs work together, and how proper Medicaid planning  can protect assets while ensuring access to quality care. Medicare: Health

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