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November 10, 2023
Using VA Aid and Attendance Benefits Towards the Cost of Care
The VA Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit provides eligible veterans with tax-free pension income payments. This benefit also extends to surviving spouses of eligible wartime veterans. […]
October 24, 2023
Estate Planning Fundamentals
In honor of last week’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week, we have compiled a list of some commonly used tools in Estate Planning and a brief […]
October 6, 2023
When Was the Last Time You Updated Your Estate Plan?
For many, an estate plan is created and never looked over again – until it’s necessary to do so. But did you know that you should […]
September 21, 2023
Things to Look for When Inspecting a Nursing Home
An article by AARP discusses several factors to consider when choosing a nursing home. Here is a brief synopsis. Inspect the grounds Making sure you are […]
September 6, 2023
How to Achieve Long-Term Financial Goals Prior to Retirement
Let’s discuss how to achieve long-term financial goals prior to retirement. An article in Kiplinger discussed an aggressive approach to financial planning in your forties. Here […]
August 24, 2023
Can Changing Your Lifestyle Prevent Cognitive Decline?
According to a two-year study from 2015, healthy eating, brain training, exercise and sound medical management may prevent age-related cognitive decline and, perhaps, dementia. The study […]
August 8, 2023
The Five Year Probate Battle Over Aretha Franklin’s Estate
How important is Estate Planning? This is a question often answered with “Very Important”, however the subject can be quickly overlooked, or forgotten about. While many […]
July 18, 2023
Estate Planning Precautions for Blended Families
Estate Planning for blended families can present unique challenges. When either spouse brings children from a previous marriage it can affect how one wants their assets […]
July 11, 2023
Managing Your Loved One’s Legal Needs
It can be tough managing your loved one’s legal needs. Serving as a caregiver may require you to oversee their legal affairs. A past article on […]
June 26, 2023
Five Different Trusts Used to Achieve Specific Planning Goals
Have you been thinking about starting your Estate Planning, but have no clue where to start? Did you know that you aren’t bound to one type […]
June 8, 2023
Beware of Scams Targeting Seniors
Approximately 20 percent of Americans over the age of 65 have been victimized by some form of financial abuse, with the average loss per victim exceeding […]
May 24, 2023
Do You Need a Trust?
Many clients ask if they need a trust. It’s a great question, but it leads to another: What do you want your plan to accomplish? There […]