Are you a wealthy person? Most of us will answer that question based on our own assessment of our finances. For the majority of us, the definition of “wealth” equals one thing: money. But that definition may be far too narrow, and discovering the different types of “wealth” might help us all live happier and more fulfilling lives. We encountered that … Read more
As we read about the political maneuvering and posturing in our nation’s capital, it’s often easy to dismiss all the noise because “it doesn’t affect us.” One case in point involves the cuts to Medicaid that were included in the legislation nicknamed “One Big, Beautiful Bill.” (We wrote about that bill here on the Blog … Read more
Isn’t it ironic how yesterday’s science fiction becomes today’s “science fact”? Technology we once dismissed as too outlandish to be real is now commonplace, from personal computers to the smartphone to driverless cars to artificial intelligence. The lesson seems to be, don’t be too hasty in dismissing notions that might seem far-fetched. Enter the robot … Read more
“Those who fail to plan, plan to fail,” as the old adage reminds us. Certainly, that’s true in the arena of retirement planning. How else to explain the dismal statistic, so often cited by Rajiv Nagaich, that – despite the fact that 90 percent of seniors hope to age in place – only about 30 … Read more
Serving as an unpaid caregiver to a loved one may be “a labor of love” – but it’s also hard work, as anyone who has done it can attest. This is especially true for a growing number of U.S. women in the workforce. Their dual role as both caregiver and an employee is the equivalent … Read more
This week, we’re well into Medicare open enrollment, which continues for the next month or so. While much of the focus is on health coverage – specifically Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans – there’s another vitally important piece of the insurance coverage puzzle that should not be overlooked: your prescription drug plan, referred to in … Read more
For those on Medicare, or just signing up, the open enrollment window is now wide open. As the clock ticks down the days until December 7th, millions will be making important decisions about which plan best suits their individual needs. It can be a daunting task, not because we all have too little information, but … Read more
This week, as we focus our attention on Medicare, we wanted to include one article on the Blog that peeks behind the curtain at the issue many of us aging boomers would prefer to ignore: our good health, or lack of it. After all, most of us would prefer to live a long time, and … Read more
During this final month of Medicare open enrollment, which ends December 7th, you might be facing a bit of a conundrum if you’re planning to move in 2026. How would a relocation to a completely different city or state affect the coverage you select, and should that factor into the choice you make? While there’s … Read more
Does your family really understand what’s important to you as you grow older – particularly when it comes to where and how you want to live out your days? Before you answer “Yes, they know where all my important estate planning documents are,” you might want to think again. You’re answering the wrong question. Since … Read more
Will your plan for retirement lead to disaster if your health fails? Will you end up forced into institutional care, go broke paying for care, or become a burden on your family?
For millions of Americans, the answer is yes. This video explains why retirement turns into a nightmare for so many people and how completing this course can keep these nightmares from happening to you.
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