In this new series, I'd like to spend some time addressing common myths and misconceptions about your personal finances. This month let's smack down 3 myths about having a will…
As your loved one ages, he or she may require medication for health conditions. He or she may also take over-the-counter pills, vitamins, herbs, and dietary supplements. While each medication…
Old age should come with a caution label for many reasons. Most of us expect to live longer than our parents or grandparents. And with longer life come difficulties –…
Reach out and help, no matter where you live Life in today’s America commonly finds families strewn across states and even scattered from one end of the continent to the…
Will your adult children spend your money before you do? A Parent's Dilemma Ann may run out of money. Her deceased husband Ed and she saved prudently. Those savings and…
Suppose an elderly family member becomes incapacitated and has made no arrangements for such a situation. Advance directives are legal instructions that express a person’s wishes regarding financial and health…
How can we reduce the number of people who fall victim to financial fraud, and how can you avoid becoming a victim? _____ Few things make my blood boil…
To some, the term estate planning conjures up images of mansions and luxury, so why can’t "regular people" afford to ignore it? _____ Note: I am NOT an attorney!…
How much do you know about the financial planning and preparations your parents have completed? It can be an uncomfortable conversation, but making the effort NOW can pay off for…
With wealth accumulated over many years and potentially a reduced capacity for decision-making, senior citizens are prime targets for criminals and others intent on stealing their hard-earned nest egg. What…