By Ash Ahluwalia, CFP, MBA, NNSA Head of Social Security Planning at OneTeam Financial Every October, the Social Security Administration announces what their COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) will be for the following year. All COLA increases are then applied to Social Security benefits the following January. But what if you are past age 62 […]
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Christmas is just around the corner. They say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. However, you should take care of yourself during the holiday, especially if you are a senior. Proper nutrition is key to maintaining good health. This is especially true during the holiday when there are many temptations to indulge in
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Bratton Estate & Elder Care Attorneys is thrilled to announce we have relocated to a spacious new building at 383 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. The move represents the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the firm. The relocation comes as a result of our remarkable growth in the South Jersey area.
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For those individuals receiving SSI or Medicaid, the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released its SSI and Spousal Impoverishment Standards for 2023. The official spousal impoverishment allowances for 2023 are as follows: Minimum Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance (MMMNA): $2,288.75 Maximum Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance: $3,715.50 Minimum Community Spouse Resource Allowance: $29,724.00 Maximum
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If the years since the COVID-19 pandemic have taught us anything about isolation, it is loneliness makes life much harder. A recent study found that loneliness can not only decrease a person’s quality of life, but in fact accelerate aging – even more so than smoking. Meanwhile, a separate study showed that levels of loneliness
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You spend a large portion of your life and your hard-earned money on the concept of the American dream, buying and living in your forever home. Your home is a special place, filled with memories, love, and laughter. As you age, you might start asking yourself whether your home works with your evolving daily routines
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If you are a high-net-worth individual, it’s essential to have a comprehensive estate plan in place. However, every family’s circumstances are unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution for estate planning. Below are five estate planning strategies that may be right for you: 1. Make Sure You Have An Estate Plan For higher-net-worth individuals or
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November marks National Family Caregivers Month. You may have a caregiver in your life to whom you wish to bestow your gratitude by designating them as an heir in your estate plan. Whether your caregiver is your own child — or a niece, nephew, grandchild, godchild, stepchild, or even a caregiver who is not related
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Choosing the correct home care provider for your aging parents is a huge responsibility. This person will be looking after the needs of those who taught you to walk, talk, and care for yourself. To ensure your parents are well cared for in their golden years, consider the following as you seek out the perfect
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