One of the common misconceptions about estate planning is that it is put off mainly because it is a depressing process. Even though aging and our and inevitable mortality are somewhat depressing, many people put off estate planning simply because it is...
Month: January 2016
Medicare’s website may be more user-friendly in 2016
Hundreds of thousands of seniors and newly retired individuals have been anxiously anticipating the changes coming to Medicare for the new year. Despite rumors of sky-high premiums and other concerning issues, not all the changes in Medicare are for the worse. In...
Appointing a guardian is good planning
Guardians are appointed to minor children for many different reasons. As a parent, you can appoint a legal guardian for your own children in the event you are unable to raise them yourself. Designating a legal guardian for your minor children is a good way to address...
Do I really need an estate plan?
The idea of an estate plan is usually one reserved for conversations between retirees. Many people believe that unless you are advancing in years, you don't need an estate plan. While there are certain cases where it may not be necessary to have one, even a rough idea...
Is home health care right for you?
Home health care has grown in popularity over the last several years. Aging seniors and their families are opting to live their senior years in the comfort of their own home over being a resident in a long-term care facility. As great as in-home care sounds, it is not...
