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Advice for Boomer Same-Sex Couples Facing Divorce

Same-Sex Couples

The rules are murky, so here are questions to answer

FEBRUARY 14, 2019 | By Nancy Hetrick

All About Prenups for Second Marriages

The pros and cons of this document the second time around

FEBRUARY 13, 2019 | By Laurie Israel

Leaving a Legacy No Matter How Much Money You Have

Leaving a Legacy

Tips on passing down your values and 3 key documents you need

FEBRUARY 7, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

Will You Miss My Bitcoins When I’m Gone?

How to act now to secure and preserve your digital assets

JANUARY 10, 2019 | By Mark Ray

Next Avenue Picks the 6 Best New Personal Finance Books

Personal Finance Books

They'll help you take control of your money and plan for retirement

JANUARY 7, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

How to Include Charities in Your Will to Leave a Legacy

Making a bequest can be a wonderful boost for you and for a nonprofit

DECEMBER 27, 2018 | By Patrick Schmitt & Jenny Xia

Changing the Conversation About End of Life

End-of-Life Planning

The views of Ellen Goodman, founder of The Conversation Project

DECEMBER 20, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

How to Disinherit a Family Member

This decision should never be taken lightly, but you may feel it necessary

DECEMBER 11, 2018 | By Brad Wiewel

How the Tax Laws for Divorce Will Turn Upside Down in 2019

The 4 key changes and how splitting couples should plan for them

DECEMBER 4, 2018 | By Dean Hedeker

Sara Zeff Geber: Offering Retirement Advice for Solo Agers

This 2018 Influencer in Aging assists boomers without kids and/or grandkids

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 | By Richard Eisenberg

How to Have Difficult Conversations With Your Aging Parents

Follow tips from a new book on starting a conversation

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018 | By Catherine Hodder

Saying ‘No’ to Power of Attorney Duty

Power of Attorney

Not everyone is cut out to make key decisions when a loved one can't

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018 | By Deb Hipp

What Nora Ephron Can Teach Us About Planning a Funeral

3 lessons from the late, great filmmaker and writer

AUGUST 31, 2018 | By Megan Gorman

Avoid the Estate Planning Mistakes of Aretha Franklin and Prince

Aretha Franklin

If you make them, your loved ones may be very unhappy

AUGUST 24, 2018 | By Richard Eisenberg

How Your Adult Children Can Help You Plan for Retirement

3 ways they could assist in making your transition what you hope for

AUGUST 21, 2018 | By Jackie Lam

How Hypnotism Saved a Couple’s Finances in a Health Crisis

Plus: steps to take now to assist your loved ones after your death

AUGUST 14, 2018 | By Carol MacAllister

How to Work With Aging Parents and Their Belongings

A new book has legal, financial and psychological advice for families

AUGUST 6, 2018 | By Kenneth O. Doyle and Larry K. Houk

I’m Getting a Divorce: So Who Will I Be Now?

Identity crisis advice from the author of two 'Soon-to-be Ex' books

JULY 30, 2018 | By Jacqueline Newman

What Boomers Should Do About All Their Stuff

The author of 'The Stories We Leave Behind' suggests a legacy-based approach

JULY 19, 2018 | By Richard Eisenberg

Should You Have a Joint Bank Account With Your Parent?

Joint Bank Account

That could be helpful for both of you, but there are drawbacks

JULY 17, 2018 | By Sheryl Nance-Nash

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