What Is Dementia
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According to the Alzheimer’s organization, Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is an example. Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia. (see…
Proposed Changes To Va Rules
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The VA Pension benefit is available to veterans who have served during a period of war as defined by Congress, who meet certain income and asset limits, and who meet certain disability or medical thresholds. On January 23, 2015, the Veterans…
Storm Coming Think About Insurance
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Think Your Homeowners Insurance Offers Protection From Natural Disasters?
Think Again
From wildfires in California and hurricanes in Texas to floods in West Virginia, hardly any area of the U.S. is immune from the threat of natural disasters.…
When You Might Need A Trust
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Trusts have gotten a bad name in the Internet postings over the past few years. Some government agencies even state that trusts are not needed any more!
Wrong!
Trusts are a very important vehicle for your wealth .. to protect it, to transfer…
North Carolina Tax Implications For Married Same Sex Couples
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On October 24, the NC Department of Revenue issued a new tax ruling, based on the recent Fourth Circuit decision overturning the ban on same sex marriages. Simply, this directive allows NC to recognize the right of same sex…
Elder Abuse Is A National Problem
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Why does mom have a black eye? Is it elder abuse? I work with many families in my practice. A lot of them have a loved one with some sort of dementia. From time to time, I see behaviors that look a lot like elder abuse. I…
Dementia And Guns
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Dementia and Guns: A Tragedy Waiting to Happen
You know that I do a lot of planning for families with loved ones with Alzheimer’s, and one of the discussions is always about driving and other dangerous activities. But, what about guns?
It’s…
New Itunes Version Of Grandma Scam
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iTunes gift cards used in “Grandma, it’s me!” scam
Scammers pulling off the Grandparent scam have found a new way to get their money. A Charlotte-area senior recently reported paying $26,000 to grandparent scammers using Apple iTunes…
Same Sex Couples Gain Right To Marry In North Carolina
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You know the rules have changed, and same sex couples have the same rights in marriage as other couples. Perhaps you have been fortunate enough to get married in the past few days since the Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court decisions.…
Improve Your Family Relationships
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4 Ways Estate Planning Can Improve Relationships with Loved Ones
With the holiday season just past, you probably spent lots of time with your family and friends. During these moments, you were likely reminded of just how important these relationships…