Month: November 2017

It is one of the last things that anyone wants to do after the death of a loved one, but paying off the debts of the decedent is an important part of probate. Debts must be paid before property can be distributed amongst the family members. Making an error during the administration of a loved… Continued

Senior citizens are often the target of financial abuse. Fraud schemes are not only more likely to work on an elderly person with a slight to severe cognitive impairment, but older people are more often targeted by scammers as well. Older individuals are less likely to be familiar with phone and computer technology, and are… Continued

Millions of Americans live in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or have an in-home caregiver. In fact, according to the Institute on Aging, 1.3 million Americans live in nursing homes, with millions more utilizing assisted living or home care and, by 2030, 20 percent of the population will be 65 or older. The chances are… Continued

According to a New York Times article, in the United States, the average lifespan is 81.2 years for women, while for men it is only 76.5 years. This means that even if the husband handles financial decisions in a marriage, that responsibility is likely going to be passed off to the widowed wife later in… Continued