Dear Hayek, My wife and I recently retired and are finding it hard to keep up with day-to-day living costs. Are there any benefits that we may be eligible for that can help? Thanks so much! Ben A. Fitz — Dear Ben, A retirement crisis is emerging in America, with most retirees falling far short […]
Benefit Programs for Caregivers of Veterans
Q. Several members of my family are military veterans, including my father (who is severely disabled) and myself. I remember reading about caregiver benefits for veterans and their families over the past few years. When I looked into this in the past, I concluded that my father wasn’t eligible due to the dates he served, […]
What Are the Brain-Changing Benefits of Exercise?
Dear Angel, I heard that exercise can not only help you stay young and fit but also has an effect on the brain. Still, I am too lazy to get off the sofa in the cold weather. Can you explain some benefits of exercise that will help convince me that I should start a program? […]
The Benefits of Pet Therapy
Dear Bebe, Welcome to the Farr Law Firm! I saw you the last time I came to the office, and you were so friendly and comforting. So, I figured you would know a little something about pet therapy. I was wondering, what are the benefits of pet therapy? Thanks for your help! Teri Pewtic–Petz —– Dear Teri, […]
Burial and Memorial Benefits for Veterans
Dear Baxter, My wife and I were talking about where we would like to be buried when we die. We are both honorably-discharged veterans. Do you know about our options? Thanks for your help. Barry L. Forvetz —- Dear Barry, The Veterans Administration offers a number of burial and memorial benefits to veterans who were […]
What She Doesn’t Know About Social Security Could Cost Her Thousands
Q. My mother, Eileen, and her husband, Ray, just recently got divorced after 15 years of marriage. My step-father was the primary breadwinner throughout their marriage, while my mother was a homemaker, who worked a little here and there. Now that she’s turned 62, my mother wants to begin collecting Social Security as her sole […]
LGBTQ Marriage Ruling Brings New Planning Choices
LGBTQ married couples can now celebrate another important victory in their fight for equal rights. Yesterday, the Supreme Court ruled to let the appeals court rulings allowing same-sex marriage in five states stand, clearing the way for same-sex marriages in Indiana, Oklahoma, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin. Now, same-sex couples can marry in 24 states, along […]