Protect Your Home, Savings and Legacy from Nursing Home Costs | Medicaid Secrets You Need to Know

00:00 – Intro 00:46 – Why This Matters 01:25 – What Medicaid Spend-Down Really Means 03:07 – Example 04:51 – The 5-Year Lookback Rule 05:43 – How to Protect Your Assets — Legally 05:55 – Irrevocable Medicaid Trusts 07:38 – Spousal Protections 07:58 – Medicaid-Compliant Annuities 08:24 – Strategic Gifting 08:48 – What Happens to Your Social Security & Income? 09:39 – Minimum Monthly Maintenance Allowance 10:31 – The Biggest Mistakes to Avoid 10:59 – How to Start Planning Now 12:18 – Bloopers Learn how to protect your home and savings from nursing home costs using Medicaid planning strategies in 2025. We cover Medicaid spend down rules, asset protection trusts, the 5-year look-back period, and how to keep your Social Security and income safe for your spouse. Don't risk losing everything — find out what you need to know now. Some of my favorite books: https://amzn.to/3KF3tlr Camera & equipment I use: https://amzn.to/3Z20lof Disclaimer: Please note that this video is made for entertainment purposes only and not to be taken as financial advice. Always make sure to do your own research. Join the family & subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/ErinTalksMoney Thanks for watching, I appreciate you!