Several previous posts on estate planning have noted that, in general, it is better to have some estate planning documents in place than none. However, it isn't called estate "planning" for no reason. Pennsylvania residents should be sure to take a careful approach...
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Is long-term care insurance an option for your estate plan?
With regard to estate planning, several previous posts here have explored some of the options that Pennsylvania residents have when it comes to including long-term care planning. One option that is becoming increasingly popular - for those who can afford it - is...
The “do nothing” approach to estate planning is a mistake
Estate planning - have you and your family members done it? Sometimes, Pennsylvania residents take the "bury your head in the sand" approach to problems - problems they know they need to deal with at some point. When it comes to estate planning, this could be called...
Maintain flexibility with your Medicare planning
Millions of Americans benefit from Medicare funding. This so-called "safety net" is invaluable to many people who otherwise would not be able to afford medical treatment in their older years. However, what many people do not understand is that planning for Medicare...
Elder financial abuse typically committed by family or friends
Financial fraud or exploitation of the elderly happens, and it's shameful. These crimes may range from the theft of an heirloom watch or a forged check to the bilking of thousands of dollars from investment or retirement accounts. What investigators have discovered -...
