Do you know that you may qualify for a reduction of your home property tax bill? What does it take to qualify? This is information from the Idaho State Tax Commission. If you have questions contact your county assessor. WHO QUALIFIES? You may qualify for property tax reduction in 2013 if you: 1. Owned and…
DetailsThis article I am reproducing highlights health and financial concerns for those over 65. I am a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and want to share this timely information with you. “March 1, 2013, The New Commission on Long-Term Care, by Morris Klein, Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Academy of Elder…
DetailsWe have new federal tax laws adopted in early 2013. What does that mean for you? Some of the tax laws are generous, such as allowing the federal death-tax-free estate to remain at over $5 million. If you are a single person and assets you own, including the death benefit of life insurance, have a…
DetailsBeing a caregiver for another can be overwhelming. On January 26, 2013, Boise State University hosted the 2nd Annual Family Caregiver Conference. Specific helpful information was provided for individual family member and professional caregivers. Senior Edge Legal was one of the sponsors of this program. Some of the other sponsors who may provide the help…
DetailsI was surprised when I was visiting with a college friend in Seattle this fall. She asked, “How will I know when you die?” I was surprised with my response. “I don’t know.” When I returned home, I created a document that I put with my estate planning papers. Here is what I created. I…
DetailsA new year is the time to take a deep breath, and make a fresh start. There were probably things you did or did not do in 2012 that in hindsight you wish you had done. That’s just life repeating itself. No matter, you still have a chance to improve your retirement future. The Wall…
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