Dear Hayek, Every year, I give to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, to help make dreams come true for children with critical illnesses. I heard there was a similar group for seniors and those in elder care facilities. What do you know … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: Making Seniors Wishes Come True and Planning for Charitable Giving
April 19, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Comparing a Typical Advance Medical Directive to the Farr Law Firm’s 4 Needs Advance Medical Directive®
April 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Benjamin Franklin once said “(n)othing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Today (April 16) is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day for health care decision planning. And, in keeping with Franklin’s famous … [Read more...]
Should I Enroll in Medicare if I have Federal Retiree Coverage?
April 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Q. In your latest article, you discuss how elder care lawyers help seniors with planning in advance for the financial and health concerns that occur as we age. I really appreciate the assistance and advice your elder law firm … [Read more...]
Critter Corner: How Can I Locate an Old 401(k) Retirement Account?
April 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
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...]
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...]
