Senior Financial Planning
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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
If my mother goes to a nursing home, and we continue her mortgage payment, what happens when she passes? We live in Louisiana.
4 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered 13 hours agoIs it better to have a living trust so that everyone knows whom gets what?
5 AnswersBurntCaregiver Replied Mar 31, 2025What are you doing to prepare for your old age? Especially interested in hearing from people with no kids to be caregivers.
68 AnswersDanielle123 Replied Mar 27, 2025Financial responsibility?
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 27, 2025
Financial Planning Discussions
All AL I'm looking at seem to have a 7% increase every year! Is that industry standard?
5 Commentsaging02920 Commented Mar 28, 2025I’m Texas. Tell me about a Millers Trust.
2 Comments97yroldmom Commented Mar 23, 2025Applying for Medicaid: Is there a way to get assistance with the process that doesn't cost thousands?
20 CommentsElizabethAR37 Commented Dec 16, 2024I am legal guardian of my husband, how do I get money from him?
4 Commentsmommabeans Commented Dec 2, 2024
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