Ombudsmen: Front-Line Advocates for Nursing Home Residents
If you are experiencing problems with your nursing home that can't be resolved within the nursing home, your next step is to contact the local ombudsman assigned to the nursing home.
What Not to Include in Your Will
You may wonder if there’s anything you shouldn’t include in your will. The answer is yes. There are some things that you should avoid.
Comparing Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage
Recent research examined the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
Alternatives to Traditional Funeral Arrangements
After losing a loved one, consider the best way to honor them and their life. Sometimes, a traditional funeral is not the best fit. Today, there are many alternatives to a traditional funeral service and burial.
Utilizing a 1031 Exchange to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes
If you are planning to leave an investment property to loved ones, a 1031 exchange may be a helpful estate planning tool for you.
5 Smart Estate Planning Strategies for High-Net-Worth Families
If you are a high-net-worth individual, it’s essential to have a comprehensive estate plan in place. However, every family’s circumstances are unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution for estate planning
Savings for Seniors: Lower Medicare Part B Premiums in 2023
For the first time in more than 10 years, Medicare Part B enrollees will see some of their costs decline.
Resources for Caregivers of Older Adults with Dementia
Although caring for people with dementia can be challenging, a variety of resources can help caregivers assist their loved ones.
What You Need to Know About Medicaid’s Personal Needs Allowance
Seniors living in Medicaid-funded nursing homes receive a personal needs allowance - a monthly stipend the Medicaid recipient can use to pay for needs that Medicaid does not cover.
What Are Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts?
When you put your assets in a MAPT, Medicaid will not count the money in the trust toward its resource limit.