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May 10, 2024
3 Simple Steps to Ensure Your Advance Directives are Ready When You Need Them
1. Create Your Advance Directives. As an estate planning and elder law firm, we believe everyone should have an advance directive. It is a written statement […]
April 24, 2024
Protecting Our Seniors: Five Ways to Recognize and Prevent Elder Abuse
As our population ages, the issue of elder abuse is becoming more common and more concerning. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, […]
April 10, 2024
4 Tips for the Sandwich Generation
The “sandwich generation” is the group of individuals who are raising their own children while also caring for aging parents. This demographic often experiences significant stress […]
March 28, 2024
Medicare vs Medicaid: 4 Distinguishing Factors
Medicare vs Medicaid is a discussion that confuses many. Today we will discuss four distinguishing factors that separate the two. Understanding the differences between Medicare and […]
March 8, 2024
Buying vs. Renting: Navigating Homeownership in Retirement
As retirement approaches, many people face many important decisions. One decision is whether they should buy or rent a home. Whether they are relocating, downsizing, or […]
February 23, 2024
Managing a Medicaid Crisis
Managing a Medicaid Crisis is essential when an individual enters a long-term care facility without prior planning for long-term care costs. In recent years, nursing home […]
February 9, 2024
A Will is a Key Component, But It’s Not Enough
When considering estate planning, most people immediately think about drafting a will. While a will is indeed crucial for many planning goals, it’s essential to understand […]
January 23, 2024
Breakthroughs in Dementia Care: Paving the Way for a Better Tomorrow
Dementia, a condition affecting millions worldwide, has long been a challenging frontier in the medical field. However, recent breakthroughs and advancements are offering a glimmer of […]
January 11, 2024
Think Twice Before Deciding to Serve as a Trustee
Serving as a trustee is a profound honor, a testament to the trust and confidence someone places in you to manage a significant portion of their […]
December 28, 2023
The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Paying Your Grandchildren’s College Tuition
Paying your grandchildren’s (or adult children’s) college tuition can be one of the greatest gifts you can make. The education lasts a lifetime and opens a […]
December 12, 2023
Holiday Reflections: Keeping Your Plans in Check
As we approach the holiday season and 2023 comes to an end, it’s a natural time to think about the year and the changes that have […]
November 22, 2023
Avoid These Common Mistakes When Downsizing for Retirement
Are you considering downsizing for retirement? Perhaps you’ve entertained the idea of selling your current home, moving into a smaller one, and using the proceeds to […]