Dear Kiwi and Mango, I am about to retire from federal employment. Before I worked for the government, I used to work at a company where I’m almost certain I had a 401(k) that they matched. I am doing my retirement planning … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: How Can I Locate an Old 401(k) Retirement Account?
April 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Comparing Elder Law and Estate Planning — What’s the Difference?
April 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Elder Law and Estate Planning serve two different functions, yet they are both equally important. One thing that sets them apart is that Elder Law concentrates on preserving your assets while you are alive, while Estate Planning … [Read more...]
Comparison of Elder Law Firms Based on the Size of the Firm
April 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Q. My husband and I are looking for an estate planning attorney for us who is also a Medicaid planning lawyer that can help my mom and dad. We realized that some elder care planning attorneys in Fairfax, where we live, are … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: How Can Seniors Make the Most of Financial Literacy Month?
April 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Dear Angel,I just read that April is Financial Literacy Month. What are some things I should think about when it comes to estate planning and retirement planning this month? Thanks for your help!Fi Nanshill--Dear … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference Between a Certified Elder Law Attorney and a Non-Certified Attorney?
April 2, 2024 by Leave a Comment
When you hire a Medicaid planning attorney, you are probably looking for someone with lots of experience, a stellar reputation, and many satisfied clients. However, there is another element that most people who are seeking highly … [Read more...]
New Law Helps Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation
March 29, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Q. Last summer, you wrote about a veteran named Larry Cook who was a victim of financial exploitation. He was scammed out of millions of dollars in Virginia before he died. Mr. Cook was very careful with his money and would never … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: How Can I Help My Husband Make Better Money Decisions?
March 29, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Dear Hayek,My husband doesn’t always make the best decisions about money. He has come close to being scammed in the recent past. Do you know of any training he (and I) could take to protect us from financial exploitation? … [Read more...]
