By law, the Social Security Administration must attempt to recoup any overpayments it has issued, even if they were made by mistake. In many cases, the SSA would withhold entire checks from [...]
Americans have a growing appetite for prescription drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. Originally developed to treat Type 2 diabetes, they are now exploding in popularity as a [...]
If your parent did not prepare for incapacity and name a person to act as their power of attorney, you won’t be able to create a legal document after they are mentally impaired. You will need [...]
You may not foresee ever needing assistance with your day-to-day life. However, research shows that seven in 10 adults aged 65 and older will require long-term care at some point in their [...]
As April marks Financial Literacy Month, it is an excellent time to start improving your financial literacy. Gaining financial savvy can help you handle the challenges and [...]
If you need a medical procedure, you may have to hold off on treatment until you have received approval from your health insurance plan. Starting in 2026, this may no longer be the case [...]
If you transfer assets within five years of applying for Medicaid, you could in fact face a penalty period. During this time, you would not be eligible for Medicaid benefits. An exception does [...]
I have an elderly lady who has dementia and cannot make her own decisions. Her nephew is her POA and placed her in a nursing home. However, her son, who does not have POA, [...]
My mom and stepfather had a revocable trust. My stepfather passed away in August 2023, leaving everything to my mom. She made a change to the trust, leaving the house and all contents to me [...]
I am POA for my mother who is now in long-term care. I am currently occupying her condo and have assumed all of the bills. Am I able to take a home equity loan to improve the property and help [...]