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3 Financial Hurdles Coming Up for Women: How to Overcome ThemFrom the widow's penalty to higher health costs, women will encounter a host of money worries over the course of a lifetime. You need a robust financial plan.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative
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Paying for Long-Term Care: Myths vs Uncomfortable TruthsNone of us wants to think we'll need long-term care when we get older, but the odds are roughly even that we will. Which is all the more reason to understand the realities of LTC and how to pay for it.
By Ethan Robertson
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Senior Living Communities: A Guide to Finding the Right FitSenior living facilities have improved and are as diverse as the people who inhabit them. Now, they're more than just a place to go — they're a place to grow.
By Joel Theisen, RN
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Is Your Retirement Plan Missing a Caregiving Strategy?Millions of people over 65 care for grandkids, adult kids or aging parents and will also need care themselves. Building a caregiving strategy is crucial.
By Anna M. Rappaport, FSA, MAAA
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6 Overlooked Areas That Can Make or Break Your RetirementIf you're heading into retirement with scattered and uncertain plans, distilling them into these six areas can ensure you thrive in later life.
By David Lukas, Investment Adviser Representative
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7 Risks Your Retirement Plan Should AddressYour retirement needs to be able to withstand several major threats, including inflation, longevity, long-term care costs, market swings and more.
By Erick Arnett
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A Financial Pro Breaks Retirement Planning Into 5 Easy PiecesThis retirement plan focuses on five key areas — income generation, tax management, asset withdrawals, planning for big expenses and health care, and legacy.
By J. Burke "J.B." Howard
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Do You Have the 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning in Place?Planning in these five areas is required so you're covered on everything from taxes and health care expenses to what happens to your estate when you're gone.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Unwrapping Your Estate Plan for Your Kids: The Best GiftThe holidays offer families a perfect opportunity to discuss important, often difficult topics like long-term care, estate plans and legacy.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
