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3 Tips to Help a Family Caregiver During National Family Caregiver Month
What is a family caregiver? A family caregiver is someone who works to take care of an elderly or disabled family member. Are you a family caregiver or know someone who is? The month of November is National Family Caregivers Month where family caregivers are...
How to Best Support an Aging Parent Who is Newly Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
Has your aging parent recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease? Do you know what it is and what it may mean? Alzheimer’s Disease is a type of dementia that can cause problems with memory, thinking, cognition, and behavior. Symptoms usually, although not...
Reviewing 4 Warning Signs Your Aging Parent May Have Memory Issues
Loss of memory may be a part of the aging process. Unfortunately, most seniors will rarely inform their physician if they are experiencing memory issues. This avoidance of the possible condition often can cause more harm than it helps. It can also add more stress to...
In the Times of Pandemic, Estate Planning Awareness Week Matters More than Ever
Did you know that, this October, we recognize National Estate Planning Awareness Week? Estate planning can be an essential part of financial well-being no matter your age or the size of your estate. Many people think it is only necessary for the very wealthy, but that...
Why Does A Prenuptial Agreement Matter To Your Estate Plan?
Before you can understand why a prenuptial agreement matters to your estate plan, do you know what a prenuptial agreement is? A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two parties who intend to marry. The contract outlines what property the parties agree to be...
Wisconsin Seniors Need to Plan for Long-Term Care As Soon as Possible
Do you live in Wisconsin and are you nearing your golden years? If so, you may need to start planning for long-term care needs if you have not already. Unfortunately you may not be covered, even if you think you are, if you are depending on your current health...
Is It Time for a Memory Care Facility for Your Aging Parent?
Many adult children worry about their parents as they age. Did you know dementia symptoms can vary day to day making it difficult to pinpoint when it may be time for memory care? Worrying behavior, safety concerns, and caregiver burnout can be top signs that it may be...
3 Key Reasons Why You Need to Update Your Estate Plan When You Move to a New State
Are you moving to a new state? If so, it can be important to update your estate plan for several reasons. For instance, if you are married, each state treats marital property differently, and there can be different tax laws with respect to state income tax and...
Three Key Differences Between A Skilled Nursing Home And An Assisted Living Facility
Do you or a senior loved one need to move from home into a senior living facility? If so, it can be important to understand the different options. The two primary options may be a skilled nursing home and an assisted living facility. Let us review three key...
Estate Tax Tips for Wisconsin Residents When You Near the Tax Limits
If you live in Wisconsin, you are in luck. The State of Wisconsin does not impose any estate or inheritance tax on the estates of deceased residents. There may be, however, a few points you may need to keep in mind for estate planning purposes. For instance, did you...