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Friday, November 21, 2008
10 Elder-Friendly Bills in Congress That May Now Have New Life
Over the past year and a half, Congressional lawmakers have introduced a number of bills that address long-term care and elder abuse. Some of these measures now have a good chance of being enacted into law.
Investigator to Probe AARP's Marketing of Health Plans
After a Senate inquiry found that AARP has deceptively marketed health plans that could leave its members seriously in debt, the lobbying group has hired an independent investigator . . .
Your Estate Plan: What Legacy Will You Leave?

Estate planning is primarily about how to pass your property on after your death to the recipients of your estate w...


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If you remarry, you need to redo your estate plan.

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Appealing a Medicare coverage denial is easy and most people win, so it is worth your while to challenge it.

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Once you have written a new will, destroying your old will may not be the best idea.

Many divorced or widowed seniors receive Social Security from their former spouses, and remarriage can affect benefits.

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Medicare's coverage of nursing home care is quite limited.

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For Medicaid applicants who are married, only income in the applicant's name is counted in determining eligibility.  The spouse's income is not counted.

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If you get help from Medicaid to pay for nursing home care, the state may file a claim against your house after you die.

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