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2 years ago
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In addition to being a time for enjoying spring weather and activities, May is a month when many of us focus on being prepared for upcoming seasons. Here in Florida, we're reminded that hurricane season is approaching and ways we can be ready for it. May is also National Elder Law Awareness Month.
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2 years ago
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In addition to the wonderful religous holidays of Easter and Passover that we are celebrating with our loved ones, this time of year also reminds us of the old saying about it is impossible to be sure of anything but death and taxes. This bit of dark humor is also quite true, and we can all benefit ... [read more]
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2 years ago
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There is no doubt about the fact that we are living in very uncertain times. The ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic, international conflict, and economic conditions are causes of great concern. There's much that seems out of our control, and fortunately, there's much we can do to help ourse... [read more]
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2 years ago
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As with any discussion that involves politics, a discussion about US presidents risks generating a variety of opinions about which reasonable minds can disagree. However, politics is not the focus of this article. Instead, our aim is to examine a few of the important lessons we can learn from the es... [read more]
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2 years ago
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February reminds us of the importance of love in our lives. One way that you can demonstrate your love for your family is to help relieve stress and any unnecessary hardship by being prepared for the future and the difficult realities of life.
This year, as we celebrate Valentine's Day, I encoura... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Studies have found that workers overestimate how much they will receive in Social Security benefits when they retire. Having a good understanding of the realities can help you plan for retirement.
Researchers from the University of Michigan studied the expectations of workers and found great unce... [read more]
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3 years ago
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With the recent and ongoing concerns about the coronavirus, as we shift into the fall, it remains clear that we are continuing to face an unprecedented public health crisis--one that is affecting many people of all ages, and from all walks of life. It has become tragically clear for many that Estate... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Some conversations are more awkward than others, and while discussing illness and death with our loved ones can feel uncomfortable, it is also important and helpful to do so.
A difficult part of life is that accidents, illnesses, and death are inevitable, and unfortunately often unexpected too. N... [read more]
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3 years ago
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One thing that we've all been reminded of recently is the importance of being prepared for unexpected events that are beyond our control. Having enough food, water, personal supplies, and cleaning products became of paramount importance last year, and we're all much more focused on keeping our car f... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Netflix’s popular new movie, I Care a Lot, may be far-fetched in a lot of ways, but it does highlight some real weaknesses in the guardianship system that make it possible for an unscrupulous guardian to take control of an elderly person’s life and bleed their resources dry. Fortunately, steps can b... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Spring is definitely here, and in addition to enjoying the warmer weather, sunshine, and longer days, many of us are also Spring cleaning. Deep cleaning our homes, checking our refrigerators and pantries for anything out of date, clearing out clothing that doesn't fit anymore, weeding and removing y... [read more]
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3 years ago
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Tucked in the federal spending bill that passed at the end of December 2020 are some changes aimed at simplifying Medicare enrollment and addressing coverage gaps. But Congress chose not to deal with the biggest problem.
Currently, Medicare enrollment begins three months before th... [read more]
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