6 States to Pilot Prior Authorizations for Original Medicare
Under a new pilot program slated to launch in January 2026, Original Medicare recipients in six states will need to secure prior authorizations for certain services.
Baby Boomers and Beyond: Working Far Past Retirement Age
Nearly half a million Americans over the age of 80 are still working. For some, the choice to keep working is about staying active and engaged. For others, it's necessary.
Why Bruce Willis’s Family Moved Him into a Separate Home
This past August, Bruce Willis's wife, Emma Heming Willis, revealed that Bruce had moved into a nearby one-story home staffed with full-time caregivers.
Get Social Security Benefits by Check? Prepare for Change
The Social Security Adminstration urges all recipients of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other government benefits to switch to electronic payments as the agency transitions away from paper checks.
What Most People Don’t Know About Durable Powers of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is a legal document that allows a trusted individual to make financial or health care decisions on your behalf if you become unable to handle your own affairs.
How to Know When to Update Your Estate Plan
Updating your estate plan regularly helps ensure that your assets are distributed as you intend, your beneficiaries are properly provided for, and your chosen decision-makers are still able and willing to serve.
One Common Estate Tax Error That Could Cost You
A critical misstep often arises in estate planning from the assumption that no filing is necessary if the first spouse's estate is below the federal exemption threshold.
Finding a Reputable Funeral Home
Whether you are planning your own funeral in advance as part of your estate planning process or handling affairs for a loved one who has passed, there are several key considerations to keep in mind when seeking a credible funeral home.
30 Questions to Ask When Looking for a Group Home
The following questions can help guide people with disabilities and their loved ones in deciding if a group home is right for them.
Special Needs Planning for Blended Families
For blended families that include a child with special needs, financial and legal planning extends well beyond the usual parental concerns. But as with all family matters, proactive planning can help.