How Is Social Security COLA Calculated?
For the average recipient, the 2021 monthly increase doesn’t even cover a fill-up at the gas station — but it beats nothing.
Publishing Tycoon’s Estate Planning Surprise
When the Scholastic Publishing Tycoon died suddenly his family was shocked they would not inherit his $1.2 billion company.
How to Prepare for Higher Taxes
President Biden’s proposal to eliminate the step-up for calculating inheritance taxes targets a tactic that has long been a wealth-preservation tool. What are some of the ramifications of the proposal and what, after political wrangling, could be the tax implications for large inherited assets?
What Should Be Included in Your Estate Plan?
The best time to do estate planning is ten years ago, but the second-best time to do so is now.
Will VA Keep Telehealth Options?
Telehealth and online medical appointments will remain a key part of veterans health care even after the pandemic disappears, the Veterans Affairs secretary promised on Wednesday. However. department officials may need Congress’ help to ensure that.
Celebrating 5 Years as a CELA
This month I celebrate the five year anniversary of earning the National Elder Law Foundation’s Certified Elder Law Attorney, or CELA, designation.
Wally Funk – Octogenarian Astronaut
Wally Funk (82) became the oldest person to travel into space this morning after lifting off aboard Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Space Capsule.
Walmart Introduces Free and Discounted Prescription Program
If you rely on prescription medications to stay healthy, Walmart is offering a new perk that could cut your costs.
Questions About New FDA Approved Alzheimer’s Drug
The US FDA approved a new drug designed to treat Alzheimer’s Disease earlier this month despite little evidence of its effectiveness. The Los Angeles Times, in their article FDA Approves Much-Debated Alzheimer’s Drug Panned by Experts revealed that an advisory panel tasked with reviewing the drug’s performance in clinical trials recommended that the FDA hold […]
Will Mediterranean Diet Stave Off Alzheimer’s?
People who eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, olive oil and fish could be at lower risk of dementia, a new study has suggested.
