For those who have a loved one struggling with Alzheimer’s or dementia, every day can be a challenge. From trying to provide the best care possible and investigating new treatments to planning for long term needs, dealing with this degenerative brain disorder requires strength and courage. June is Alzheimer’s Disease and Brain Awareness month, and

Thinking about applying for Social Security benefits? If so, while the regulations can be complicated, there are some guidelines to help in the decision-making process. It is possible to apply for benefits as early as 62, but this may not be the best time to apply. Knowing the best time to apply depends on individual

Medicaid long term care provides resources for medical and personal needs for people who have a chronic illness or disability and do not have enough in retirement savings or assets to pay for medical care. Medicaid long term care will pay for services such as help with the daily living activities of walking, eating, bathing,

Two of the main types of trusts are fixed and discretionary trusts. Both trusts can be used to provide tax relief and prevent resources from going through probate. Yet how they are managed differs. A fixed trust identifies the beneficiaries and how the assets should be distributed. A discretionary trust offers the trustee the option