The Cost of Health Care Can Be Challenging
Thanks go out to those who care for the sick, and to those who support them. At the same time, we should be skeptical of bills we may be presented for that care. The struggle to contain healthcare costs in…
It Is More Important Than Ever to Plan For Veterans’ Benefits
Despite many hopes, COVID-19 is not going away. Over 65-year-olds are more likely to die from it, according to studies. Individuals living in senior living communities, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes have the highest…
If the Beneficiary Is No Longer Alive, Who Gets the Inheritance?
Upon a beneficiary’s death, who receives his or her estate? You may be wondering whether if you leave property to your brother Jim, but he dies before you, would his kids inherit the property in his place? The answer is,…
Wills versus Trusts
Various states have different laws and regulations regarding wills and trusts, which have different benefits for estate planning. You can have both a will and a trust; however, the information in each should compliment the other. As a standalone, it…
What Are the Advantages of Trusts?
We hear this question a lot. You can find out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind is best for you by reading on. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you want a trust…
Reasons Why You Should Hire an Elder Law Attorney as Soon as Possible
Your elder law attorney can optimize your planning if you have a loved one who is aging or if you are concerned about their financial and health well-being. Elder law is a highly specialized area of law focusing on the…
Utilizing the Latest Technologies for Modernizing Medicare
A smart home can extend the lifespan of seniors who are financially stable and choose to age in place. Family caregivers are freer to move about their daily lives knowing they can check remotely on their loved one and that…
Seniors Face Some Challenging Financial Issues. Here’s How to Combat Them
Our retirement dreams are filled with leisure and relaxation, but for many older Americans, financial problems are destroying their retirement hopes. One article addressed some of the seniors’ biggest financial challenges and what they can do to fight back. What…
Veterans Exposed to Toxic Burn Pits and VA Benefits
The United States Congress is in the process of passing a broad bill expanding health care and benefits for US service members exposed to burn pits overseas, despite some details needing finalization. While serving in certain operations, Veterans’ exposure to…
The Impact of COVID-19 on Advance Directives
COVID-19 has brought renewed importance to advance care planning and directives. Responses to vaccinations and understanding their efficacy, reinfection potential, and long-haul symptoms resulting from COVID-19 continue to baffle our scientific understanding. It appears the coronavirus will continue to challenge…