Free Tax Preparation Help Is Available to Most Seniors
Seniors should know they may be able to use online tax prep software free of charge. All seniors are eligible for free counseling assistance from the IRS.
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01, 2020
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01, 2020
Feds Release 2020 Guidelines Used to Protect the Spouses of Medicaid Applicants
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the 2020 federal guidelines for how much money the spouses of institutionalized Medicaid recipients may keep, as well as related Medicaid figures.
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01, 2020
As Caregivers Get Younger, Planning for Long-Term Care Is Becoming Even More Important
Many young caregivers are taking on the role while just getting started in their own lives, leading to difficult decisions about priorities.
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01, 2020
SECURE Act Makes Big Changes to Retirement Plans
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, or the SECURE Act, changes the law surrounding retirement plans in several ways.
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12, 2019
When Inheriting Property, Consider Your Options
Inheriting property from your parents can be both a blessing and a burden. Deciding what to do with the property can be overwhelming.
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11, 2019
What to Do If You Are Appointed Guardianship of an Older Adult
Being appointed guardianship of a loved one is a serious responsibility. As guardian, you must act in the best interest of the ward's well-being.
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10, 2019
Five Tips for Starting Retirement Planning in Your 50s
Many Americans find themselves underprepared when it comes to retirement planning. Here are five strategic steps for achieving the best retirement plan.
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08, 2019
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren May Qualify for Earned Income Tax Credit
Raising a grandchild can cause financial strain, but grandparents should be aware that there is a tax credit available that could help them out.
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08, 2019
Understanding Medicare’s Hospice Benefit
Medicare's hospice benefit is one of its most comprehensive benefits, and it can be extremely helpful to both the terminally ill individual and his or her family. However, it is not understood by most people and is very underutilized.
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08, 2019
A Tax Break to Help Pay for Day Care
Paying for day care is one of the biggest expenses faced by working adults with young children, a dependent parent, or a child with a disability.