Mis(sed)-Communication: Older Parents And Adult Kids Need To Talk
July 7, 2016
Getting around to “The Talk” with your aging loved ones is never easy: no one likes to focus on the difficult decisions surrounding incapacity, financial insecurity or even end-of-life matters. But as tough as those conversations seem, experience underscores that it’s significantly more difficult to discuss these sensitive issues when…
No Laughing Matter: Comedian John Oliver Explains Retirement Planning
June 16, 2016
While you may not think of comedian John Oliver as a credible source of financial planning advice, in fact you need to do yourself a favor and watch the most recent episode of his show Last Week Tonight. In simple and stark (and yes hilarious) language, Oliver explains the pitfalls…
Expense Account: Do You Know The Costs Of Long Term Care?
May 26, 2016
While no one can predict your future, the chances of your needing help as you age, either in your home, in an outpatient setting or even in an institution, are fairly high. The help you need might be casual and low key, so that your costs will be modest, but…
Planning in Advance: Make Sure You Know What Your Bank Requires
May 12, 2016
No one enjoys planning for the possibility that they can no longer handle their own affairs. Yet this sort of advance planning is an essential way to ensure your wishes are respected and your finances are in order. One easy to use tool is the Durable Power of Attorney form…