Medicare and Medicaid have long been a mystery to many consumers. In fact, it can baffle and confuse even some of the smartest citizens. Like me, you might have thought, “I don’t need to worry about this right now.” However,…
A letter of intent (LOI) can address issues in business and personal areas. Your LOI is an important part of your estate planning, because even though it is an informal letter it helps more fully represent your intentions after you…
An assisted living community will not only provide essential care, but also peace of mind for your aging parent. Finding the suitable facility "fit" for your loved one is a journey requiring matching your parents' needs, budget, and lifestyle with…
The number of Americans with a will has had a small increase of only 2.5 percent over the past year according to a Caring.com wills survey. Overall, the percentage of those with a will continues to decline, 33 percent in…
People work hard all their lives to own a home — it’s the American Dream — and it is often their most valuable and significant possession. So, when health begins to fail and the need for long-term care arises, we…
About 17 percent of the US population – 53 million people – care for an older family member, and most are losing sleep, worrying, losing income, struggling to balance caregiving tasks with their workload and other family responsibilities. These caregivers…
Many families enjoy sharing time and creating memories at their family vacation homes, and often there is a desire to preserve the home's ownership within the family system for generations to come. Yet, even seemingly harmonious families can experience discord…
Probate is the process by which judicial officials process a decedent’s will. While state probate laws may vary, the general process is quite similar across the country. A probate judge will also oversee cases where the deceased person did not…
More Americans are finding themselves or their loved ones in need of nursing home care, due to our rapidly growing aging population. Often, nursing home care is absolutely necessary, but this doesn’t make it any less expensive and many find…
Aging parents can access essential care and achieve a sense of calm and peace of mind in assisted living communities. Selecting the suitable facility "fit" for your loved one is a journey requiring matching your parents' needs, budget, and lifestyle…