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What to Do With a 529 Plan When a Child Doesn't Go to College
529 Plans Families can avoid taxes and a penalty on a 529 college-savings plan when a child develops a disability and likely won’t be using the money for college.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Should You Give Your House Away?
retirement If you’re thinking about it because you want to make sure it stays in the family or you have some concerns about Medicaid in the future, be careful. There can be serious consequences if not executed just right.
By Tracy Craig, Fellow, ACTEC, AEP® Published
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How to Plan Ahead for a Disabled Child’s Inheritance
retirement If your child relies on Medicaid services, how can you ensure that when you die the money you leave them doesn't cause them to lose that vital support system? A Supplemental Needs Trust could be the answer.
By Timothy Barrett, Trust Counsel Published
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Serving as Caregiver Takes Toll as You Age
Caregiving Experts urge training, support and rest for aging caregivers as seniors caring for seniors in retirement becomes increasingly common.
By Susan B. Garland Published
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Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Ill Health Often Leads to Plan Switch
Medicare The drawbacks of Medicare Advantage plans can become apparent when serious illness or injury strikes.
By Eleanor Laise Published
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9 Safe Dividend Stocks to Buy for “Timely” Retirement Yield
stocks Two common goals in retirement are to generate safe investment income and preserve capital over the long-term. Certain high-dividend stocks can help accomplish both objectives as part of a diversified income portfolio.
By Brian Bollinger Published
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The Impossible Reality of Long-Term Care Planning
long term care Unless you're very rich or very poor, you should be looking into all of the long-term care possibilities out there. Because of the costs and complexity involved, the choice isn't easy. But it is necessary.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Medicaid Annuities Help Protect Savings
Medicare A tactic to prevent unexpected nursing home care from evaporating the family nest egg.
By Eleanor Laise Published
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How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Will
retirement It’s an important question: Who can be trusted to take care of your estate when you’re gone?
By Daniel A. Timins, Esq., CFP® Published
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