Elder Care & Estate Planning Blog

Aid & Attendance
Aid & Attendance
Are you a veteran?  Or the surviving spouse of a veteran?   The Aid & Attendance (A&A) increased monthly pension can (more…)
Do-it-Yourself-Wills & Estate Planning – the Big “No No”
Do-it-Yourself-Wills & Estate Planning – the Big “No No”
Many people recognize the importance of having a Will and other estate planning documents. However, to avoid the cost and (more…)
Planning in the Present for Parents
Planning in the Present for Parents
A recent article on MarketWatch.com used a compilation of surveys to shed light on the fact that an alarming amount (more…)
Mistitling Accounts
Mistitling Accounts
As part of a 30-day series on estate planning strategies, Financial-Planning.com included an article about the mistitling of assets. The (more…)
Be Careful with Joint Accounts
Be Careful with Joint Accounts
We recently came across an example that highlights the need for planning ahead with the help of a knowledgeable professional. (more…)
With Longer Life Expectancy, Planning is Essential for Women
With Longer Life Expectancy, Planning is Essential for Women
Women are living an average of 5 years longer than men, but statistics show that many women are not fully (more…)
Appointing a “Digital Heir”
Appointing a “Digital Heir”
Estate planning documents such as a Will or Trust allow for the distribution of assets and tangible possessions, but what (more…)
Where to Find the Facts about Medicare
Where to Find the Facts about Medicare
When signing up for a Medicare plan there are many different options and considerations. First, different types of Medicare cover (more…)
Five Star Rating System for Home Health Agencies
Five Star Rating System for Home Health Agencies
We know that trusting someone to enter your loved one’s home to take care of them properly is a big (more…)
Estate Planning for Single People
Estate Planning for Single People
We agree with Forbes that it is important to discuss estate planning for single people. A recent article on their (more…)