President Obama is proposing a 45% estate tax after the current 35% rate expires on Jan. 1, 2013. His proposal would exclude from the tax the first $3.5 million of an estate's assets, down from the current threshold of $5.12 million.Under his … [Continue reading]
Special Needs: Making the Right Decisions for Your Loved One’s Future
This week, we celebrate "Special Education Day" and "Special Kids Day." Attend our Special Needs Planning Event on December 11. Find out more and register.Twenty million American families have at least one member with special needs. Parents of those … [Continue reading]
Join Us For An Event About Special Needs Planning!
On December 11 at 6 p.m., we celebrate "Special Education Day" and "Special Kids Day" with a Special Needs Planning Event.Join us for an event focused on Special Needs Planning and enjoy some delicious refreshments!The majority of American families … [Continue reading]
Special Needs Planning is a MUST for Families Facing Special Needs
Special Needs Education Day and Special Kids Day are both during the First Week of December! Learn more about Special Needs Planning and enjoy delicious refreshments at our monthly client appreciation event on December 11. Find out more and RSVP … [Continue reading]
What does the reelection of President Obama mean for Estate Tax?
The reelection of President Obama has brought the topic of estate tax back into the limelight.For 2011 and 2012, we have had the largest federal estate tax exemption in 50 years (currently at $5.12 million) and the lowest federal estate tax rate (at … [Continue reading]
Alzheimer’s Caregivers- Gratitude is A Way to Keep The Glass Half Full!
Thanksgiving for caregivers is about much more than a plentiful family meal. It’s a special time for those entrusted with caring for a loved one. For some, gratitude is a way to keep the cup half-full, especially when someone you love is suffering … [Continue reading]
Health Care Reform Act: Good News for Seniors
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) has released a report that demonstrates the benefits senior citizens are expected to receive as a result of new health care reform. The average senior citizen enrolled in … [Continue reading]
Top Ten Reasons for Seniors to be Thankful this Year
This week, and every day, we should take time to be thankful for the blessings we have. On Thanksgiving, think about the people and things in your own life such as your family, friends, and loved ones, that make you thankful! Below are some recent … [Continue reading]
Training and Support is Being Offered Locally for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
During the month of November, we recognize National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregiver Month. These observances bring attention to Alzheimer’s, which is the only illness among the top ten for which there is no known … [Continue reading]
Happy Thanksgiving From Your Family At The Farr Law Firm
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Can Help Fight the Disease
This month we recognize both National Alzheimer’s Awareness month and National Family Caregivers Month. These are nationally recognized months seeking to draw attention and raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and issues that affect family caregivers. … [Continue reading]
Show You Care: November is National Family Caregivers Month
“There are only four kinds of people in the world — those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.” — Former First Lady, Rosalynn Carter National Family … [Continue reading]
Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities Part 4: Etta James didn’t have a Durable General Power of Attorney, causing a father/son feud in court
Estate Planning is about carrying out our wishes after we die, But in addition to a good Estate Plan, everyone over the age of 18 also needs a good Incapacity Plan that takes care of you during your lifetime if you become incapacitated. Blues … [Continue reading]
Recent News: Democrats Petition Obama to Limit Social Security Reform
The National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform may recommend budget cuts with regard to social security benefits, but members of Democratic members of Congress are vehemently warning President Obama that they will oppose such … [Continue reading]
President Obama Has a Second Term – What does it Mean for Seniors?
President Obama's re-election means Medicaid and Medicare will likely be preserved for at least for the next four years and the Affordable Care Act (ACA, a.k.a. Obamacare) will be fully implemented.When questioning whether the ACA is good for … [Continue reading]
Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities Part 3: Michael Crichton Didn’t Update His Estate Plans, Leaving His Wife and Baby Empty-Handed
Forgetting to amend your Will or Living Trust when your marital status changes, or if there is a new addition to the family, or in other major life circumstances, could leave someone that you love empty-handed. The name “Last Will and Testament” … [Continue reading]
Case Example: Farr Law Firm Helps Veterans and Their Spouses Apply for Veterans Aid and Attendance
Martha Simms, 78, had been living off of her husband’s pension, her own Social Security and the proceeds from the sale of her home in Fairfax. As her nest egg began to shrink, Simms’s son, Craig, wasn’t sure how she would continue paying the monthly … [Continue reading]
Part 2: Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities
Over the next couple of weeks, you will receive a series of articles entitled "Lessons Learned from Estate Planning Mistakes of Celebrities," demonstrating why probate is such a nightmare and lessons that can be learned from the costly mistakes of … [Continue reading]
Medicare Part D Drug Discount Included in Affordable Care Act is Saving Seniors Money
A new report issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) confirms that the Medicare Part D drug discount included in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is working as intended and saving seniors’ money.Before the passage of the act, seniors … [Continue reading]
Veterans Awareness Week – Personal Stories of Veterans and How Veterans Aid and Attendance Has Helped Them
Attention Veterans: Take advantage of a 20% discount this month, just by mentioning this posting! This week is Veterans Awareness Week! In recognition of this important week, we will focus on personal stories based on real veterans and the … [Continue reading]
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