Long-term Care
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5 Everyday Health Habits That Save $100,000+ in RetirementMedical bills can quickly drain a 401(k), but these healthy habits can save you six figures in healthcare costs in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Best Time to Talk to Aging Parents About Money and CareTalking to your retired parents about finances and healthcare isn't a sign you don't trust them. It's how you help them stay in control for as long as possible.
By Alvina Lo
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Self-Funding Long-Term Care? That Could Be a Big MistakeUsing an IRA to cover significant long-term care costs could cause your taxes and Medicare premiums to rise, and leave your family facing some tough choices.
By Hans Scheil, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, CASL®, CLTC®
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You'll Probably Need Long-Term Care at Some Point. Here's How to Pay for ItMost people turning 65 today face a 70% chance of needing long-term care at some point — yet insurance remains expensive and often out of reach for many.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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How to Prepare Yourself and Your Family for Long-Term CareLong-term care involves dealing with doctors, managing medications, arranging transportation and finding a facility. How should you and your family prepare?
By Chad Ensign, Investment Adviser Representative
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Shield Your Assets Before the 5-Year Medicaid Clock Runs OutThis trust safeguards your life savings from high long-term care costs while maintaining your eligibility for government benefits.
By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq.
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Why Hospice Care Means Choosing Peace, Not Giving UpHospice is often viewed as a surrender or a last resort for a loved one's final days. In fact, it can be taken up sooner, improving life when time is limited.
By Joel Theisen, RN
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Why Exercise Is Your Best Retirement InvestmentRegular physical fitness can defer long-term care by two years, yielding a financial return that most portfolio strategies cannot match.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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Our Parents Lived 'Forever.' How Do We Plan for Long-Term Care?Even if you're very wealthy, you may need to plan for long-term care through age 100. Our Wealth Wise columnist asks the experts what to do.
By Maurie Backman
