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How to Avoid an Epic Fail of a Business Succession Plan

As closely held business owners know, their financial plans, retirement plans and estate plans are inextricably linked to the value of the business.

Posted on: September 18, 2019

Get the Facts About Dementia Care

The Alzheimer’s Association created practice recommendations for nursing homes and assisted living facilities that offer dementia care for residents.

Posted on: September 13, 2019

What Changes Will Be Made to Social Security This Year?

Here are five Social Security changes for 2020 that could impact your monthly take-home income.

Posted on: September 10, 2019

How Will Baby Boomers Handle “Long-Term Caregiving?

Nine in 10 baby boomers, who expect to be caregivers, say they are willing to make significant lifestyle changes in order to care for a family member or loved one, the Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement reported Thursday.

Posted on: September 6, 2019

Can You Protect Your Home If You Need Medicaid?

If you are single or are a widow or widower and will likely never return home after moving into a Medicaid certified nursing home, the house can be sold, and planning might be done with the proceeds of the sale.

Posted on: September 5, 2019

Can a Trust Be Amended?

In their trust they leave each other their share upon death and then I would be trustee when my last parent dies. I’m really concerned about this whole deal.

Posted on: September 3, 2019

Preparing for the Legal and Medical Aspects of End-of-Life

We plan for so many transitions in life: births, graduations, weddings, retirement and moves. We want these transitions to go smoothly and be as comfortable and easy as possible.

Posted on: August 30, 2019

Why an Attorney Should Help with a Medicaid Application

Many seniors and their families don’t use a lawyer to plan for long-term care or Medicaid, often because they’re afraid of the cost.

Posted on: August 28, 2019

How to Plan for Long-Term Care Costs

A one-bedroom apartment in an assisted-living facility will cost you $194 per day–or about $71,000 per year. A home health aide will set you back $25 per hour, or $1,000 for a 40-hour week. Not scared yet?

Posted on: August 23, 2019

Advance Planning Key for Alzheimer’s Patients

Talks about money and long-term care wishes can be tough enough. However, when a loved one is suffering from memory loss, advocates say there is no time to waste.

Posted on: August 22, 2019

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