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7 Sources of Home Repair Assistance for Seniors

Home modifications help seniors live safely and independently Home repairs and modifications help seniors live in their homes for as...

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8 Ways to Protect Seniors from Financial Fraud and Scams

Elder financial abuse destroys lives and costs seniors a whopping $37 billion each year. Dr. Stacey Wood, Ph.D, one of...

Having a joint bank account with a parent can be convenient, but it isn’t the ideal approach to helping parents with their finances

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How to Avoid Joint Bank Account Mistakes Between Caregivers and Seniors

Having a joint bank account with an aging parent or loved one you’re caring for might seem ideal. After all,...

Before quitting your job to take care of an aging parent, assess your financial situation by asking 7 important questions

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7 Financial Questions to Ask Before Becoming a Full-Time Caregiver

Juggling a career and being a primary caregiver can feel exhausting and unsustainable. Before deciding to quit your job to...

Use 5 essential tips for helping aging parents with finances to reduce their defensiveness

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Helping Aging Parents With Finances: 5 Ways to Reduce Resistance

Money is a sensitive topic for seniors Managing financial matters is an important part of caring for an older adult. ...

Fixed incomes and rising expenses can land seniors in financial trouble

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Seniors in Financial Trouble: 5 Ways to Help

With fixed incomes and rising expenses, many older adults’ finances can end up strained. LendingTree shares 5 ways to help...

Use these 7 tips to protect your finances when you’re a caregiver

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7 Ways for Caregivers to Protect Their Financial Health

Not only does caregiving impact you physically, mentally and emotionally, it can also negatively affect your financial health. LendingTree shares...

Get 4 tips on how caregivers can maximize senior care budgets during the post-pandemic recovery

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4 Post-Pandemic Senior Care Budget Tips for Caregivers

Over the past year, the pandemic has put caregivers under increased financial stress in addition to increasing their caregiving responsibilities....

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Prevent Elder Fraud by Getting Rid of Junk Mail

Elder fraud is a 36 billion dollar problem Thieving fraudsters are making a business of taking advantage of older adults....

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When Considering A Move, Consider State Tax Burden for Retirees and Older Adults

When seniors are considering a move, one important factor to consider is the state taxes. Before making a decision, take...

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