Susan and Joe never thought that they would need long-term care. They were both healthy eaters, marathon runners, and world travelers. To their surprise, when Joe was 67 years old, he developed Parkinson’s. At first, it wasn’t too … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference Between a Revocable and an Irrevocable Trust?
Posted on February 15, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Q. I read your recent article about wills and probate last week. I decided that I love my family way too much to put them through such a nightmare, costing them their privacy, time, frustration, and money. We’ve decided that a … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Questions to Ask at a Family Meeting
Posted on February 15, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Dear Ernie and Jannette, My wife and I have a family meeting planned where we will be discussing senior housing and end-of–life options for her mother, who is in the initial stage of Alzheimer’s, so now is a good time to figure … [Read more...]
Division One Cheerleader at Mason is Breaking Barriers
Posted on February 12, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Ann Catherine Heigl (Pic from Indianapolis Times Sentinel) Ann Catherine Heigl, a 19-year-old with Down syndrome, graduated from high school and became a student of George Mason University, through their LIFE program, a … [Read more...]
He Built Me a She-Shed, and Now He Wants to DIY Everything!
Posted on February 8, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Q. My husband, James, retired last year after 35 years of teaching middle school history. He loved to teach, so in his spare time, he now tutors students. Besides tutoring, he loves working with his hands, so he became a … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Is a Last Will and Testament Enough?
Posted on February 8, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Dear Angel, My sister wants to save money on estate planning. She is considering Do it Yourself (DIY) forms that she saw online, or if she does go to an attorney, she said that a Will should be enough. Is that true? Thanks for … [Read more...]
Take Advantage of This Popular Social Security Claiming Strategy Before It Ends This Year
Posted on February 5, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Fred is 68 and collecting Social Security. His wife Lisa will be 66 in the spring and plans to retire. To maximize her Social Security, Lisa is considering filing for spousal benefits at 66 and then delaying the filing for her … [Read more...]
