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The Ethical Will: Life Is About More Than Your Possessions

Ethical Will

Have you considered how to pass on your non-material assets?

APRIL 11, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter

More Answers to Your Tax Questions

Tax

Experts' tax advice on retirement accounts, inheritances and relocations

APRIL 8, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

The Problems With Do-It-Yourself Online Wills

Wills

These documents could save money, but can lay estate planning traps

MARCH 29, 2019 | By Marguerite C. Lorenz

To Freeze Yourself at Death, There’s an Estate Planning Trust for That

Cryonics

How to keep your assets intact if you're revived through cryonics

MARCH 8, 2019 | By Ted Knutson

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

Prenups

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?

Digital Assets

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

Your Will

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

Disinherit

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

Divorce

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

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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

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

Nora Ephron

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

Adult Children

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

Hypnotism

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

AUGUST 14, 2018 | By Carol MacAllister

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