How Can I Be Better Long-Distance Caregiver for Dad?
Posted on July 23, 2021 by shieldsandboris
Long pandemic lockdowns forced many older adults to become comfortable with video calls to stay connected with family. That, in turn, means that long-distance caregivers have a better way to see how their loved ones are faring.
What are Top ‘To-Dos’ in Estate Planning?
Posted on July 22, 2021 by shieldsandboris
The biggest misconception people have about estate planning is that “they are not that old and can do it later,” say almost half (49%) of advisors in a recent Key Private Bank Advisor Poll on estate planning. Yet, the majority (73%) of advisors say the ideal age to start putting an estate plan in place is before 40—earlier than many people think.
Do You have to Go through Probate when Someone Dies?
Posted on July 21, 2021 by shieldsandboris
At some point in your life, you may find yourself an administrator, a beneficiary or a creditor of a probate estate. You may even want this information for planning your own estate.
Will Medicaid Come after My Mom’s Estate?
Posted on July 20, 2021 by shieldsandboris
Both of my parents entered a facility on Medicaid in January 2020. My dad passed two months later. Their home was sold in December 2020. My mom has been in rehab since a fall. When would the estate recovery begin? It’s confusing.