Eldercare Choices in the COVID-19 Era
Jul 26, 2021
Given the threat of COVID-19, seniors today may be considering their eldercare alternatives with extra caution.
In addition to health factors, the cost can be an issue. According to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the median annual cost of a semi-private room in a nursing home is now $90,000. A single-occupancy room may cost over $100,000 a year.1 (more…)
Tags: Current Events, financial advisor charlotte nc, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicare, retirement, Risk Management
Ways to Fund A Special Needs Trust
Jul 7, 2021
If you have a child with special needs, a special needs trust may be a financial priority. There are many crucial goods and services that Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income might not pay for, and a special needs trust may be used to address those financial challenges. Most importantly, a special needs trust may help provide for your disabled child in case you’re no longer able to care for them. (more…)
Tags: financial advisor charlotte nc, Health Care Needs, Health Care Savings, Insurance, Investing, Investment Planning, Legacy, Long-Term Care Planning, Wealth Building
Life Insurance with Extended Care Riders
Apr 9, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed extended-care policies. While the specific policy information varies from company to company, in general, the pandemic has made it more difficult to qualify for extended-care insurance policies. This can be particularly challenging if you’re in a high-risk group.
Around 7 out of every 10 seniors are projected to need extended care during their lifetime, and many of these medical needs aren’t covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or standard health insurance. Unless you have made arrangements for extended care, you are choosing to self insure should you require this type of assistance.1 (more…)
Tags: Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning
Understanding Extended Care
Mar 19, 2021
Addressing the potential threat of extended care expenses may be one of the biggest financial challenges for individuals who are developing a retirement strategy.
The Administration for Community Living estimates that by 2060, 94.7 million Americans will be aged 65 and older. Of those, it’s estimated that someone who just turned 65 has an almost 70% chance of needing some type of extended care.1,2 (more…)
Tags: Health Care Needs, Health Care Savings, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicare
Group Life for a Growing Business
Dec 14, 2020
As companies grow and add employees, they also add employee benefits. Retirement and medical plans can be provided, but what about group life insurance?
Group life on the menu? Owner-operators know that group life coverage can help attract excellent workers, but some are anxious about the cost and suspect they are just “small fish” to insurers. In reality, coverage may be very affordable and include a variety of policy choices. (more…)
Tags: Employee Benefit Planning, Health Care Savings, Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicare
Retirement Blind Spots
Dec 9, 2020
We all have our “blue sky” visions of the way retirement should be, yet our futures may unfold in ways we do not predict. So, as you think about your “second act,” you may want to consider some life and financial factors that can suddenly arise. Nobody likes having retirement blind spots
You may end up retiring earlier than you expect. If you leave the workforce at “full” retirement age (FRA), which is 67 for those born in 1960 and later, you may be eligible to claim “full” Social Security benefits. Working until 67 may be worthwhile because it will reduce your monthly Social Security benefits if you claim them between age 62 and your FRA.1 (more…)
Tags: Certified Financial Planner Charlotte NC, Income Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, Retirement Planning, Retirement Tax Savings
Extended Care. How Much Do You Know?
Sep 14, 2020
How much does extended care cost, and how do you arrange it when it is needed? The average person might have difficulty answering those two questions, for the answers are not widely known. For clarification, here are some facts to dispel some myths. (more…)
Tags: Financial Help, Health Care Needs, Health Care Savings, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicare
What is Critical Illness Insurance
Jun 8, 2020
Ever hear of critical illness insurance? This isn’t standard-issue disability insurance, but a cousin of sorts. With people living longer, it is a risk management option entering more people’s lives. (more…)
Tags: Health Care Needs, Insurance, Long-Term Care Planning
ABLE Accounts for Loved Ones with Disabilities
Feb 5, 2020
Families with special needs children have a new tax-deferred savings option.
The ABLE account, also called a 529A savings account, is patterned after the popular 529 savings plan, created to help parents save for a child’s higher education. Like 529 plans, ABLE accounts are run by states rather than the federal government. These plans emerged after the passage of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act in 2014.1 (more…)
Tags: Disability, Disability Insurance, Family Wealth, Health and Wellness, Health Care Needs, Health Care Savings, Long-Term Care Planning, Personal Finance, Tax Advantages, Wealth Building
Understanding Long-Term Care
Sep 11, 2019
Addressing the potential threat of long-term care expenses may be one of the biggest financial challenges for individuals who are developing a retirement strategy.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 69% of people over age 65 can expect to need extended care services at some point in their lives. So, understanding the various types of long-term care services – and what those services may cost – is critical as you consider your retirement approach. (more…)
Tags: Financial Planning, Long-Term Care Planning
More Insights
Sep 24, 2021
Most likely, you’ve heard what’s brewing in Washington, D.C. called by one of these names. The Build Back Better Act. Or the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill. Or the Jobs and Economic Recovery Plan for Working Families. But could it affect your taxes?
Sep 22, 2021
Healthcare can be one of the priciest yet essential parts of life’s journey. And yet, many struggle to utilize the financial tools that may help. Take Health Saving Account (HSAs), for example.
Sep 20, 2021
If you are feeling a bit confused about the direction of inflation, you’re in good company. Some of the best and brightest economists in the country are having a tough time getting their arms around the current inflation trends. The most recent Producer Price Index reading came in above economists’ estimates at a record level … Continue reading “The Best, the Brightest, and Inflation”
Sep 17, 2021
Want to give your child or grandchild a great financial start? A Roth IRA might be a choice to consider. There are many reasons why starting a Roth IRA for a teenager may be a sound financial strategy. Read on to learn more about how doing this may benefit both of you.
Sep 15, 2021
The bull market continues, with the S&P 500 Index now up seven months in a row. Stocks have impressively gained 20% year-to-date, with the S&P 500 making 53 new all-time highs before the end of August—another new record. All of this has happened with very little volatility, as the S&P 500 hasn’t had so much … Continue reading “The Bull Market Continues … For Now”
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