Having A Plan Many of my clients are reaching out to me to say how they are more confident than ever in the estate planning we did together. There is a more heightened sense of “do I have my affairs in order, is there anything else I should be doing in case I get sick … Read more
Host: Sandwich Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney John G. Kennan Episode 1, 2022 Welcome to the first edition of Your Long Range Plan. Hosted by John Kennan, Sandwich-based Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney, serving clients from Boston to Provincetown. Attorney Kennan co-hosts Your Long Range Plan with area experts in the legal and … Read more
In late 2022, the federal government passed legislation known as the SECURE 2.0 Act. Provisions in this bill have made it easier for people to fund certain annuities that can delay taxes on their retirement funds until the age of 85. First, What Is an Annuity? If you are thinking ahead to retirement, you may … Read more
Finding love later in life may be unexpected and exciting, but should it lead to marriage?
As second marriages become more and more common, beneficiary designations become more complicated. If you are remarried, choosing a beneficiary …
Reverse mortgages make it possible for house-rich but cash-poor elders to use their housing equity to pay for home care while they remain in the home, or to use the money for anything else.
For those who wish to maintain their independence and continue living at home as they grow older, taking certain steps to protect their physical, mental, and financial welfare is essential.
Innovations in robotics and artificial intelligence may have the potential to provide support on this front, allowing seniors to continue living at home as they age.
Elder law attorneys, with expertise in estate planning, incapacity planning, and end-of-life care for seniors, are essential in working to protect a vulnerable population.
Over the past few years, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic, we have all been reminded about life’s fragility. When you are faced with addressing end-of-life care, knowing where to turn for the answers your family needs can be overwhelming.
Using survey data from more than 8,000 adults aged 65 and older, researchers have identified eight social factors that may lead to early death in older adults.
A health savings account may help you save money on medical expenses, depending on your insurance type.
