Elder Care
New Larger Tax Deduction for LTC Insurance
Long-term care (LTC) insurance rates grew considerably over the past few years. From 2014 to 2015, annual premiums rose 8.6 percent on…
Raleigh Now Has #2 Fastest-Growing Senior Population
The Raleigh-Durham area is becoming an increasingly attractive retirement destination, with an influx of relocating retirees combining with long-time residents that choose…
Why Renting is an Attractive Option for Seniors
Renting is not a lifestyle limited to college students and young adults. Older adults now make up a significant share of tenants….
Start Alzheimer’s Legal Planning
Some cognitive conditions that affect the elderly can cause legal problems if not addressed timely and properly. Should a family member show…
Almost 1 in 4 Caregivers are Millennials
New research shows that almost 25 percent of caregivers are Millennials. The research came from a joint study between the National Alliance for…
5 Mistakes With Long-Term Care Insurance
The cost of long-term care has grown in recent years, both in terms of the cost of care itself as well as…
Legal Planning: Greater Costs for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care
Planning for the costs of elder care is a crucial element to one’s estate plan, particularly as the costs of elder care continue to…
Protecting Assets Amidst Rise in Elder Marriage Scams
In addition to many tax, Medicare/Medicaid, reverse mortgage, and other financial scams targeting the elderly, another type of fraud is now growing. Marriage…
How Aging and Memory Loss Affect Finances
While not all aging Americans experience cognitive decline, it nevertheless is becoming more prevalent among the elderly. Currently, an estimated 5.1 million…
Protect an Elderly Relative’s Identity During Life and After
Throughout one’s lifetime, an individual takes great care to ensure credit card, financial, and other personal information remains private. While identity theft…
