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Falls in Seniors: The Trip That Keeps Going

For an older adult, a fall is often much more than a fall. We regularly meet families who describe the ...

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Protecting Your Legacy Means Paying Attention: Where Do We Turn for the Truth?

The image accompanying this article should make all of us stop for a moment. I received this image in my ...

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The Dumbing Down of Our Children

When Did Excellence Become a Problem? You may be wondering why an elder-law and estate-planning attorney is writing about gifted ...

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Caring for a Family Member? Don’t Forget About the Tax Rules

It is increasingly common for an aging parent or other family member to remain at home with the help of ...

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Medicare Advantage Networks Are Changing: Why Seniors Need to Check Their Doctors and Hospitals Before 2027

For millions of seniors, choosing a Medicare Advantage plan has often focused on premiums, prescription coverage, dental and vision benefits, ...

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Generation-Skipping Trusts: Planning for Your Grandchildren’s Future

Estate planning does not always have to follow the traditional path of leaving assets to your children and expecting those ...

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Summer Vacation Checklist: Don’t Forget the Most Important Thing You’ll Leave Behind

Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Families head north Up North, take road trips across ...

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What Is a Lady Bird Deed? A Simple Way to Avoid Probate in Michigan

If you’ve been researching estate planning in Michigan, you’ve probably heard the term Lady Bird Deed. Despite its unusual name, ...

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To Cremate or Not to Cremate…

When a loved one passes away, families are often forced to make emotional decisions quickly. One of the most difficult — ...

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I Put My Child on My Bank Account

Did I Just Create a Problem? Many parents add a child to a bank account for convenience. The thought process ...

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My Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care… Will I Go Broke Too?

My Spouse Needs Nursing Home Care… Will I Go Broke Too? One of the biggest misconceptions about Medicaid is that ...

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The 5-Year Medicaid Lookback

What Families Need to Know Before Giving Away Assets Many families are surprised to learn that giving away assets before ...

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