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Managing the Finances of a Parent with Dementia

Managing the Finances of a Parent with Dementia

Advance planning can address many of the tough issues that arise when handling finances for someone with dementia, says Forbes in its recent article, “Managing

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As an Executor, How Fast Do I Need to Settle an Estate?

As an Executor, How Fast Do I Need to Settle an Estate?

If you’re accustomed to setting timelines in your life, when it comes to serving in the executor role, you’ll likely find it difficult because settling

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Pay Less Taxes on an Inherited IRA? Sure!

Pay Less Taxes on an Inherited IRA? Sure!

The Hampton Roads Business Journal explains, in “You may be paying more tax on inherited IRA than required,” that there can be a negative ripple

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Make Sure You’re Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck in Your IRA

Make Sure You’re Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck in Your IRA

Can you believe that Americans have $26.6 trillion saved for retirement? This gigantic total includes the trillions of dollars held in 401(k)s and IRAs. Some

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Estate Battles Can Mean Big Legal Fees

Estate Battles Can Mean Big Legal Fees

Prosecutors in a Texas forgery, theft and money laundering trial asked the court appointed administrator of an estate how an $8 million estate can shrink

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New Federal Law Passed to Protect the Elderly

New Federal Law Passed to Protect the Elderly

Senate Bill 178, the Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act, establishes requirements for the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate and prosecute elder abuse crimes

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Remember Estate Planning is More Than a Will

Remember Estate Planning is More Than a Will

The (Beckley WV) Register-Herald’s recent article, “Important Medical and Financial Choices,” notes that along with a will, there are medical, financial, and other important decisions

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Snowbirds Should Determine Where to Nest for Estate Planning Purposes

Snowbirds Should Determine Where to Nest for Estate Planning Purposes

Being a snowbird, living six months in Michigan or Nebraska and six months in Florida or Arizona, can be a great life style in retirement.

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Estate Battles Can Mean Big Legal Fees

Estate Battles Can Mean Big Legal Fees

Prosecutors in a Texas forgery, theft and money laundering trial asked the court appointed administrator of an estate how an $8 million estate can shrink

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New Federal Law Passed to Protect the Elderly

New Federal Law Passed to Protect the Elderly

Senate Bill 178, the Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act, establishes requirements for the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate and prosecute elder abuse crimes

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New Statistics on Retirement Ages and Mortality Rates

New Statistics on Retirement Ages and Mortality Rates

Think Advisor’s recent article, “Americans Are Retiring Later, Dying Sooner and Sicker in Between,” notes that lifespans aren’t necessarily extending to offer equal time in

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What’s the Best Way to Make a Gift to Family?

What’s the Best Way to Make a Gift to Family?

Questions often come up when gifting to children. What are the consequences to the giver and to the recipient? An article from nj.com, “Gift tax

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