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In survey after survey, Americans have not scored well on retirement literacy tests. But a new survey of Americans ages 60 to 75 says 80

There are a number of reasons that conflicts occur when multiple family members are involved in caregiving. Hopefully, there is a common goal of meeting

Retirees flock to Florida and Arizona for year-round sunshine and golf, but all things considered, they’re not the best states for happy golden years, according

The Buckeye State is hot water over its interpretation of federal rules governing the use of Medicaid funds. In 2013, a group of elderly residents

If you’re 62 or older, you may be able to convert the equity in your home into cash with a reverse mortgage. This loan lets

More than 5 million people live with Alzheimer’s, and that number, absent a medical breakthrough, could reach 16 million by mid-century. Medical research confirms one

Dealing with aging parents is not only tough emotionally, but financially. A Caring.com report found that nearly half of family caregivers spend more than $5,000

Elder abuse is a term that means someone is knowingly, intentionally or negligently causing harm or a serious risk to a senior. When Michael Casler

When planning for retirement, boomers need to consider two scenarios: what happens to their estate when they die, and what happens to the estate if

Although their names are confusingly alike, Medicaid and Medicare are quite different programs. Both programs provide health coverage, but Medicare is an “entitlement” program, meaning

Many individuals have substantial IRAs, yet they have no need to tap the account for retirement income. Generally, they’ll take only required minimum distributions (RMDs)

Now is the time to adopt financial habits that determine a successful retirement, even if you’re still in your 20s. (Note: Parents, here is a