Thinking about your funeral may not be fun, but planning ahead can be exceedingly helpful for your family. It both lets them know your wishes and assists them during a stressful time. The following are steps you can take to plan ahead: Name who is in charge. The first step is to designate someone to make … Continue reading
Federal law requires that beginning on April 1 of the year after you reach age 70 1/2, you must begin withdrawing a minimum amount from your non-Roth individual retirement account (IRA) or 401(k) accounts. These withdrawals are called required minimum distributions (RMDs). But what if you die after age 70 1/2 and before all the account funds … Continue reading
At the doctor’s office and want to know if a procedure is covered by Medicare? There is an app for that! Medicare has launched a free app that gives beneficiaries a quick way to see whether the program covers a specific medical item or service. The “What’s Covered” app allows you to search or browse … Continue reading
It is a very good idea to create advance directives in order to plan for the possibility that you may one day be unable to make your own medical decisions. In doing so, there can be confusion about the difference between a living will and a “do-not-resuscitate” order (DNR). While both these documents are advance … Continue reading
Parents want their children to be taken care of after they die. But children with disabilities have increased financial and care needs, so ensuring their long-term welfare can be tricky. Proper planning by parents is necessary to benefit the child with a disability, including an adult child, as well as assist any siblings who may … Continue reading
Estate planning does not have to be a complex and time-consuming process. Unfortunately, certain mistakes can complicate matters for your loved ones after your death. Passwords are a common problem during the estate planning process. Chances are, you are like most people and have various online accounts. You could have online banking, Bitcoin wallets, and … Continue reading
