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Five Overlooked Factors When Planning for Retirement
Not only can taxes, inflation and health care costs catch you unprepared in retirement, but so can the costs of supporting others and paying for the fun stuff.
By Tory Reiss Published
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Hospice Is Often Misunderstood: What Is It, and Who Is It For?
Many of us neglect end-of-life preparations until we’re forced to make difficult decisions in the moment. How can hospice care fit into that planning?
By Sharon Collins Casey, Esq. Published
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The $600 Billion Dilemma: How to Help Family Caregivers
A new report found that caring for family members creates significant financial impacts for caregivers. Here's a look at why that is and how to help.
By Seychelle Thomas Published
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How to Approach the Caregiving Transition When It’s Time
For National Caregivers Month, this financial adviser shares her story to help others heading into the emotional challenge of providing caregiving for an aging loved one.
By Kelly Gallimore, ChFC®, CES® Published
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Are You Ready to Retire? Find Out With This 10-Item Checklist
It’s critical to consider these core aspects of a successful retirement, both financial- and lifestyle-related, before you walk away from your career.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
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Long-Term Care Planning Protects You and Your Family
More likely than not, you’ll need some form of long-term care in retirement. Figuring out now how to handle the costs would be like building a fence around your retirement home.
By Tim Schultz, NSSA® Published
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Eight Don’ts to Keep in Mind as You and Your Loved Ones Age
Getting older isn’t for sissies, and the more prepared you are for cognitive decline and the issues that come with it, the better your life will be.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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How to Guard Your Finances in Case Cognitive Decline Sets In
Many of us are at risk of cognitive decline, but there are things we can do to protect our finances from its effects.
By Chris Heye, PhD Published
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How Is Your Post-Retirement Stacking Up? Three Key Questions
Financial planning doesn’t stop at retirement, so it’s important to keep track of how much income you actually need, what your income sources are and more.
By Chuck Cavanaugh Published