Despite strong efforts by scammers, it is still possible to stay safe.
We are all vulnerable to identity thieves but much of the action seems to focus against seniors, according to My Prime Time News in “Senior Identity Theft: How to...
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Thinking about Aging? Will You Need Long Term Care?
On average, men need help for 2.2 years, while women need help for 3.7 years.
Many people will end up needing assistance to care for themselves, as they become elderly and that help may not be provided by their...
Legal Battles Continue over Singer’s Estate
Instagram messages create challenges for French court.
French entertainer Johnny Hallyday, who died in 2017, left behind testaments and Instagram messages causing some major court issues, according to The New York Times in “French Rock Star’s Instagram Defeats His Widow in...
Assets Can Be Inherited but When to Receive Them?
If you receive an inheritance, it is wise to consider the impact.
There are many things that can be inherited and one must be careful of the impact on a family’s tax liability, according to the Orange Town News in “Will...
Discuss ‘Someday’ with Your Parents
If your parents are aging, it might be a good time for a frank discussion.
It is quite possible you are beginning to worry about your elderly parents. If that is happening now, then now is a good time...
An Online Form Could Cost You More Later
Your estate plan can be simple and straightforward, if your life is. But is it?
If that basic form saved some money for you when it came to estate planning, you can find yourself facing some expensive challenges, if...
Clearing Up Myths about Care for the Elderly
How to plan for the legal issues and expenses of nursing home care.
Some of the truths may be hard to hear but can still be beneficial to know about, as myths about nursing home expenses are discussed in The...
10 Documents that Put You on the Road to Adulthood
Don’t procrastinate on some of the larger issues in life.
It is often easy to become wrapped up in the day-to-day issues of everyday life. However, it is important to note that if you don’t plan on what will...
Do You Need Life Insurance Now that Times are Changing?
Whether you want to keep it, depends on the kind of insurance.
People obtain life insurance at a time in their lives when they need protection. However, what happens when the nest becomes empty and you are financially secure?...
Some Creditors Can Garnish Your Social Security
The IRS and those holding your school loans can take aim at your benefits.
You have worked your whole working life for Social Security in your retirement and it is relatively safe from creditors, with a few exceptions, according...