Monthly archives:December 2016
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is increasing the amount taxpayers can deduct from their 2017 taxes as a result of buying long-term care insurance.
Premiums for "qualified" long-term care insurance policies (see explanation below) are tax deductible to the extent that they, along with othe... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Caring for a special needs child is a big responsibility and can be time-consuming and stressful for the caregiver. It is more than a full-time job; it’s often 24 hours a day, every day.
Personal care assistants (PCAs) may be an option to give families needed help. Most states provide, throug... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Giving your house to your children can have tax consequences, but there are ways to accomplish it tax-free. The best method to use will depend on your individual circumstances and needs.
Leave the house in your will
The simplest way to give your house to your children is to leave it to the... [read more]
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7 years ago
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We’re proud and excited to announce that Debra "Marie" Skipper has joined our team as an Elder Care Coordinator.
Marie has worked as a Health Care Administrator/Program Manager and has over 30 years of private sector and federal health systems experience encompassing organizational, operations an... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Please be aware of this Windows Support Scam and cautious with talking with any you do not know calling you about your computer.
This is an active criminal operation.
The article from Forbes below provides more details about this fraudulent activity and how to protect yourself.
Windows Suppor... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Most parents of children with special needs are well versed when it comes to the government benefits like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) that their child receives. Most know not to give the child any money outright and to establish a standalone supplemental needs trust to protect the... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Many thanks to everyone who participated in our collection of toys for the J.P. Hall Annual Christmas Party for underprivileged children.
We wish you and your family a very happy holiday season and are grateful to have this opportunity to help the children in our community.
Pictured are Market... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Special needs trusts (SNTs) can play an important role in helping families plan for children with special needs. Here are some of the most compelling reasons to speak with your attorney about establishing an SNT.
1. Preserve public benefits while enhancing your child's lifestyle. As adults, m... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Preventing Dehydration in the Elderly
Our bodies become dehydrated when we lose more water than we take in. Staying hydrated allows the body to regulate temperature through perspiration, maintain blood pressure and eliminate waste. Dehydration may show only small signs outwardly, but it can have ... [read more]
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7 years ago
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Yes, you read that right. There will be a 0.3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for those receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in 2017. That means most Americans will receive an increase of just $4 to $5 per month.
The COLA goes into effect in January 2017 for... [read more]
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7 years ago
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The phrase "life estate" often comes up in discussions of estate and Medicaid planning, but what exactly does it mean? A life estate is a form of joint ownership that allows one person to remain in a house until his or her death, when it passes to the other owner. Life estates can be used to avoid p... [read more]
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