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Renting vs. Buying in Senior Living Communities
When considering the many different types of senior housing communities available, you may be faced with the decision to rent or buy. It’s important to consider an elder’s future care needs and finances before deciding which option is best.
1 CommentHow to Put an Elderly Loved One on a Budget
Budgeting can be tricky, especially for seniors on fixed incomes. Learn how to help an aging loved one evaluate their personal cash flow and develop a monthly budget they can actually follow.
2 CommentsDiscounts and Free Services for Seniors and Their Caregivers
With so many older adults living on limited incomes, finding affordable products and services is crucial to making ends meet. Get the inside scoop on freebies and discounts available to you and your aging loved one.
61 CommentsThe Biggest Mistake People Make When Filing for Social Security
Many American adults don't know how to maximize their Social Security benefits. Most start collecting too early, and neglect to use strategies that make the most of their monthly benefits.
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Financial Planning Questions
Not an inheritance, and not a lottery winning, but unexpected income came our way for a relative in a NH that is being funded by Mass Health. What now?
2 Answersigloo572 Answered 11 hours agoMy blind and confined to a wheelchair mom is 93 and living in an assisted living. I need some resources or help on keeping here there.
2 AnswersKellygiguere1 Replied 13 hours agoAm I required to give full disclosure of all my mother's finances over the past 3 plus years now that she has passed to my 2 sisters?
6 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered 14 hours agoHas anyone in Oregon had to take safe leave, paid leave that works for SDS?
4 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered 20 hours ago
Financial Planning Discussions
Advice on dealing with online scams?
3 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Nov 16, 2024I am legal guardian of my husband, how do I get money from him?
3 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Oct 28, 2024What's the average cost of your utility bills? Can you live on SS?
16 CommentsGeaton777 Commented Sep 4, 2024Applying for Medicaid: Is there a way to get assistance with the process that doesn't cost thousands?
13 CommentsAMZebbC Commented Aug 10, 2024
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