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Steinbrenner Fourth Billionaire in 2010 to Escape Taxes, If Not Death
New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner is the fourth known U.S. billionaire to die during 2010, according to Forbes magazine. Why is this significant? Because there is no estate tax in 2010, meaning that the U.S. Treasury has lost billions in tax revenues unless Congress acts between now and the end of the year to reinstate the tax retroactively.
10 Reasons to Create an Estate Plan Now
Courtesy of Elder Law Answers Many people think that estate plans are for someone else, not them. They may rationalize that they are too young or don't have enough money to reap the tax benefits of a plan. But as the following list makes clear, estate planning is for...
Applying for the Veteran’s Aid and Attendance Pension: My Personal Experience
Original Article found at National Care Planning Council Written By : Melissa Howell 12:20 a.m. The clock was blurry as I rubbed the sleep from my eyes to answer the phone. “Hello”, I said. A weak and frightened voice on the other end pleaded, “Melissa? Is Bryan...
Get Drug Prescriptions Filled for Free
People love to complain about drug companies, but every year the biggest ones each give away more than $200 million worth of prescription medicine, according to Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America or “PhRMA,” a trade group. Sure, they want to burnish their reputations a bit, but they help a lot of people in the process.
The Sandwich Generation- Care for the Caregiver
“The Sandwich Generation”: those caught between caring for their aging parents and their own children. Many Baby Boomers (the generation born between 1946-1961) find themselves a part of this Sandwich Generation.
Advance Directives: Why are they important?
Last year, AARP surveyed members 50 years of age and older regarding end of life issues and noted that over half of the respondents did not have a living will or a health care power of attorney.
Recognizing Symptoms of Dementia
What can family members do if they suspect dementia? An appointment with the doctor or geriatric clinic is the first step to take. Depending on the cause and severity of the problem there are some medications that may help slow the process. Your doctor may recommend a care facility that specializes in dementia and Alzheimer’s.
PRESS RELEASE: Seminar to help Seniors and Adult Children Understand Medicaid Law
PRESS RELEASE
Seminar to help Seniors and Adult Children Understand Medicaid Law
Medicaid – Financial Security for your Spouse and your Children?
Long term care planning is an important issue which everyone will face sooner or later. Almost everyone knows someone in a nursing home or other care facility, yet this issue is something that we do not want to face. According to a study published by the New England Journal of Medicine almost half of all Americans will spend some time in a nursing home.