Can Unequal Inheritances Be Fair?
The important thing to acknowledge is that the emotions behind the reasons are not trivial, but are important and should not be dismissed or minimized.
Ethan Huizenga
October 6, 2022
When Will Hearing Aids Be OTC (Over the Counter)?
On Aug. 16, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its final rule establishing a new over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids category.
Ethan Huizenga
October 5, 2022
What If Estate Is Beneficiary of an IRA?
It may sound like it makes sense, and it might be easier than picking a person (or two) to name, however there are some serious downsides to naming your estate as the beneficiary for your IRA.
Ethan Huizenga
September 30, 2022
What’s First Step in Preventing Elder Abuse?
The prevalence of elder abuse is hard to estimate because it is underreported. However, according to the National Council on Aging, approximately one in 10 Americans age 60 or older have experienced some form of elder abuse— be it physical, emotional, psychological or financial.
Ethan Huizenga
September 28, 2022
Will Making a Gift Conflict with Medicaid?
Understanding the different treatment of gifts by the IRS, Medicaid and VA systems can ensure that property passes as expected.
Ethan Huizenga
September 27, 2022
What are Seniors Doing to Afford Health Care?
Seniors have to cut back on some important things just to afford health care.
Ethan Huizenga
September 21, 2022
Plan Ahead Before Seeking Nursing Home Care: Avoid Unnecessary Debt for You and Your Family Last
Many senior citizens may need the services of a nursing home or at-home care at some point in their life. There are many reasons people
Ethan Huizenga
September 21, 2022
Will Inflation Have Impact on My Retirement?
Inflation hurts everyone. It seems to reach every sector, product and business in one way or another, whether it raises the cost of heating your home, lunches or road trips. However, if you’re a retiree, you may be particularly worried about inflation because your spending habits and income sources might be disproportionately exposed to inflation.
Ethan Huizenga
September 20, 2022
Is Now a Good Time for a Roth Conversion?
A Roth conversion involves liquidating assets in a tax-advantaged account like a traditional IRA or 401(k), paying taxes on the withdrawal, and then funding a Roth IRA. In the short run, investors will pay taxes (more on that below).
Ethan Huizenga
September 16, 2022
Remember Medicare’s Important Deadlines
Learn the most important deadlines you or a loved one will have to keep in mind for Medicare.
Ethan Huizenga
September 15, 2022
