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Which Type of Long-Term Care Insurance Works for You?
There are two types: Traditional policies are like good old vanilla ice cream. Hybrid policies are topped with interesting options. Both have pros and cons.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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Deduct Expenses for Long-Term Care on Your Tax Return
Long-Term Care The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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What’s the Best Age to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance?
Understandably, you don't want to pay for too long or pay too much, so here's what to consider when you're deciding when to buy long-term care insurance.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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How 'Home-Based Planning' Can Address Long-Term Care Costs
Traditional planning for the cost of long-term care doesn't reflect the realities of what the costs are and how they'll be paid.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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Five Things You Must Do to Retire With Confidence
Making sure you won't run out of money once you retire starts with taking these simple but important steps.
By Stefan Greenberg, CFP®, CFS, CLTC Published
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How Women Can Win the Retirement Savings Struggle
From caregiving demands to long life expectancies, retirement planning for women is tricky. Luckily, every challenge can be overcome with the right solution.
By Kelsey M. Simasko, Esq. Published
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You Need a Retirement Contingency Plan: Five Steps to Get It Done
Planning for the unknown in retirement might sound impossible, but you can manage it by breaking it down into these five components.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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How to Hire a Caregiver: Tips for Finding the Right Fit
When a loved one needs a little (or a lot of) help, take heart. You have options. Here's where to start looking for the support you need.
By Kelly Gallimore, ChFC®, CES® Published
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A Roth Conversion Alternative That Addresses Long-Term Care
Here are some strategies for utilizing whole life or indexed universal life policies as an alternative to Roth IRA conversions.
By José Echeverri Published