Abraham Lincoln once said, “You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.” So, are you surprised to learn that our 16th president—who also was an accomplished lawyer–died without a will? Lincoln is just one of many famous
Be Aware of Special Tax Advantages for Senior Citizens
The painful annual process of completing your taxes is daunting at any age, and it often does not get much easier as you leave your working years behind. The woes of tax season for senior citizens can be compounded by
3 Steps to Take When Your Child Reaches Age 18
If your child has reached the teenage years, you already may feel as though you are losing control of his or her life. This is legally true. Once your child reaches the age of 18, the state considers your child
New Federal Law Puts Focus on Preventing Elder Abuse
A new federal law is designed to address the growing problem of elder abuse. The law supports efforts to better understand, prevent, and combat both financial and physical elder abuse. The prevalence of elder abuse is hard to calculate because
Recognizing Elder Abuse
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Seniors already have a lot to face. As they age, they have to deal with limitations, financial issues related to the supplementing of their income during their retirement years, medical issues that can limit mobility and force them to take
The Importance of Having an Estate Plan
Sometimes, effective reminders are necessary to motivate the vital, but procrastinated decisions essential for planning for the future, and the month of May provides a number of good reminders, particularly for senior adults. May is National Stroke Awareness month. According
Preparing Your Heirs For The Transition Of Your Estate
Estate planning is essential in preparing for your future. However, it is equally as essential to prepare your heirs for the transitioning of your estate into their ownership. Many seniors do not make this a priority when planning for the