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Safeguarding Seniors: Essential Online Safety Tips to Protect Against Scammers
In today’s digital age, the internet offers endless opportunities for seniors to connect, learn, and explore. However, it’s essential for older adults to be vigilant and informed about online safety to protect themselves against scammers and fraudsters. In this article, we’ll discuss crucial safety tips to help seniors navigate the online world securely and confidently.…
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Knowing When to Begin the Estate Planning Process
Edited by Joshua Iversen, Certified Financial Planner As difficult as it may be to imagine your life being any different than it is right now, there is a chance that you may not always be able to make legal decisions on your own. That being said, to draw up all the legal documents that specify everything…
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15 Ways an Elder Law Attorney Can Help You
Reviewed by: Dr. Brindusa Vanta, MD Planning for the future can seem impossible when facing so many unknown variables. From wondering if or when you or a loved one will need caregiving to worrying about affording long-term care, many people find themselves overwhelmed and afraid of the burden these uncertainties may create. By planning for the…
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5 Reasons Why You Should Use an Elder Law Attorney for Medicaid Planning
The seniors I serve in my practice all voice a very similar concern. They are terrified that they will need the services of a nursing home in their old age. For people who are fiercely independent, a nursing home represents not only a loss of personal freedom, but also a massive financial burden that can…
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The Difference Between Medicare Part A and Part B – and Why You Need Both
As you approach age 65, you’re probably starting to think about your future – including your health care. Perhaps you’ve had employer-sponsored health insurance in the past and will need Medicare coverage once you retire. Alternatively, you may have individual health insurance, but are soon Medicare-eligible thanks to your age. click here to continue…
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What’s The Difference Between An Attorney & An Elder Law Attorney?
Guest post by: SeniorAdvisor.com Attorneys can help you and give you legal advice, but unless they focus in that particular area, they can only give general counsel. Senior issues tend to be very complicated and involve more than one aspect. Your decision on one thing, like Medicaid benefits, can be directly tied to other…
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Estate Planning for Young Families
The Importance of Estate Planning for Young Families As an attorney who works with many parents in their 30s and 40s, I find most are focused on building their careers, accumulating assets, and making decisions that affect them in the here and now. While an increasing number are planning for retirement, very few give much…