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Legal Issues

What Are The Facts About Social Security?

by Randall J. Ryder May 15, 2012

There is a great deal of rhetoric, misinformation, and hyperbole being cast about in the media and by politicians regarding the status of Social Security and its future. We have been hearing about how the system will exhaust its funds, how benefits will need to be reduced, and how those under the age of 30 [...]

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Poll: Do You Enjoy Guest Posts?

by Randall P Ryder May 7, 2012

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Talking to Your Aging Parents About Their Financial Position

by GUEST May 2, 2012

The Need for Conversation Throughout your life, you have looked to your parents for assistance and guidance. However, there comes a time when you may have to sit down with your parents to assist them with their finances. It can feel awkward, but it’s necessary to take this step. If your parents are becoming more [...]

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The Annuity Conundrum – Which One is Best for Me?

by GUEST April 25, 2012

Although retirement is something that many people try not to think about, there comes a time in everyone’s life where planning for retirement funding and income are crucial to one’s long-term financial security. There are so many annuity options on the market that often it can become confusing and hard to know where to start. [...]

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How Do You Evaluate Health Information on the Internet?

by Randall J. Ryder April 9, 2012

There is a plethora of health information on the Internet most of which is useful and generally reliable but there are also sites on the Internet that provide misleading information in an effort to sell a product or services. How does one determine the accuracy of information? Should you check with your doctor before you rely [...]

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Adult Day Care Provides Relief for Caregivers

by Randall J. Ryder March 7, 2012

Adult Day CareWhat is Adult Day Care? Adult Day Care Centers are designed to provide care and companionship for seniors who need assistance or supervision during the day. The program offers relief to family members or caregivers and allows them the freedom to go to work, handle personal business or just relax while knowing their [...]

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Stop Abusive Debt Collectors: Know Your Rights as a Consumer

by Randall J. Ryder January 27, 2012
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Elderly adults are often the victims of overly aggressive debt collectors seeking payment for credit card debt, medical bills, and housing related expenses. Certainly, a valid and binding debt cannot be ignored by any consumer. But there are, unfortunately, many circumstances where those seeking debt have incomplete or inaccurate information, or the debt collector violates the consumer rights [...]

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Do You Need a Trust?

by Randall J. Ryder November 22, 2011
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Some Advantages of Trusts A majority of older individuals have taken the time to have a valid will written and shared with members of their family. Most people assume that since they have a will there will be no need for one’s assets to pass through a court after they die. Recommend on Facebook Tweet [...]

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