The simple truth is that everyone dies. It is also true that many young people try to avoid this fact, which frequently means that they delay engaging in estate planning. Not only do many young people fail to engage in estate planning, however, statistics compiled by Budget Insurance reveal that…
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A Diabetes Home Test Can Be a Waste of Time and Money: What Lies Beneath FDA Approved Medical Testing and Devices
Glucose powers the brain and is the organ’s main fuel source. According to the Mayo Clinic, diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar, known as glucose. Too much sugar in the blood can cause serious health problems. There are two main types…
The Difference between Roth and Traditional IRAs
After learning about IRAs, one of the most common questions that people ask is what is the difference between the various types. As a result, this article reviews some of the primary differences between Roth and traditional IRAs. The Primary Difference between the Two Types of IRAs With traditional IRA…
On Disability and Facebook: Uncle Sam Wants to Friend You
The White House is working on a proposal to have Uncle Sam browse social media websites, like Twitter and Instagram, to help identify individuals who claim Social Security disability benefits without actually being disabled. They would like to browse your social media presence and determine if you are participating in…
Estate Planning with Digital Assets
Owning digital property has become increasingly common in today’s society. If you are one of the many people who owns digital assets, it is critical to understand that estate planning should be performed for these valuables in the same way that it would for tangible items. Obstacles involved with Estate…
Meet Alexa’s Cousin, Aiva in Hospitals
Anyone who has ever been hospitalized remembers times when assistance was needed and despite using the call button to request help had to wait a long time for assistance. On one particular hospitalization I remember the nurse telling me that I had to call her in order to use the…
Why Estate Planning is Critical Even If You Don’t Have Children
Estate planning involves a number of personal decisions. The best estate plans are personalized to the individual that writes them. This is why online, one size fits it all estate planning documents are often not the best idea. This is also why some people struggle to complete their estate planning…
Aging and the Environment
Environmental problems disproportionately impact young children and the elderly. Older people are affected because their mobility is reduced as they age, they suffer from medical conditions that are exacerbated by the weather, and they lack the resources to move or obtain help that can alleviate some of the worst climate…
People with Few Assets May Still Benefit From a Trust
It is never easy to estate plan. For one, estate planning involves uncomfortable decisions about how your assets will be divided following your death. Estate planning, however, is critical because it avoids a number of serious obstacles including family disputes, additional taxes, and the probate process. Despite the potential to…
Long-term Care Planning for Older Americans
The best time to plan for long-term care is when you are mentally and physically well. While it is a task often avoided, thinking about how you wish to be cared for when you become older or are suffering from an illness or incapacitation is important for you and your…