Experts define early retirement as the years from when you retire until you are 70. Of course, if you do not retire until you are 70 or more, then these steps can apply to you as well. Now that you have been retired for a year or two, you should be able to do some [...]
If you have been named the executor of the estate of a loved one you may be wondering what responsibilities may fall to you should your loved one pass. Here are some of the things to expect if you are appointed the executor of a will. First: Take Your Time There is no hurry in [...]
When is the right time to retire? That is a very complicated question that can have several variables in the answer. While some people continue to work well into their 70s, either by choice or by necessity, most people have plans to retire at some point. So when is the right time for you? Questions [...]
Having someone that can act for you when you are unable to is the whole reason for drawing up a power of attorney. Are you in danger of having your representative not be allowed to speak on your behalf with some agencies? Banks, investment houses and other agencies may not accept your representative due to [...]
Having a person appointed as your power of attorney is a necessary step to ensure that your wishes are followed if you are incapacitated or unable to speak for yourself. However, due to liability lawsuits there are certain banks, investment houses and other entities that might not accept your power of attorney. Why Would they [...]
When we think of the legacy we leave behind to our children, grandchildren or loved ones we always think of it in a positive light. Without careful planning the legacy that is left can be one that ends up costing your family more than anything that is left to them. […]
It seems that fraud and theft are happening in new places all the time. As technology advances, criminals are finding new and creative ways to take advantage of people. Unfortunately the elderly often fall prey to these scams more easily than others. Informing elderly loved ones about how they can be taken advantage of robocallers [...]
Elder abuse is a huge problem. If you have an elderly loved one in a extended care or nursing home then you may be looking for ways to ensure that your loved one is not a victim of abuse. Here are some ways that you can check up on them without being overly intrusive. Take [...]
When searching for care for an elderly loved one it can be easy to get confused. You want to make sure that when you choose a care plan that the plan is appropriate in both level of care and in cost. Here are some mistakes to avoid when you are searching for caregivers or assisted [...]
If you or an elderly loved one are looking into moving into an assisted living facility or are planning on having in home care, you need to have an understanding of the levels of care and options that are available to you. Taking time to do the proper research can help you to avoid costly [...]