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Are Social Security Benefits Taxable?

October 23, 2013 by Kristina

social-securitySocial Security retirement benefits by themselves are generally not taxable – but people with even a modest amount of income in addition to their Social Security payments may end up having to pay taxes on their benefits.

The tax result is determined by something called “combined income,” which is one-half of your Social Security income plus all your additional income (including non-taxable interest). [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Social Security Tagged With: social security, Taxes, your rights

Can you be kicked out of assisted living?

October 15, 2013 by Kristina

assisted-living-facilityIt’s not uncommon for an assisted living facility to try to force a resident out, or to refuse to renew the person’s lease.

Often, the reason is that the facility believes that the resident’s condition has deteriorated to the point where it can no longer provide all the services that he or she needs. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Assisted Living, Blog Tagged With: assisted living, medicare, your rights

What to do before signing a nursing home agreement

June 10, 2013 by Kristina

nursing-home-agreementsA nursing home agreement is a binding contract that typically involves a large amount of money. Just as with a real estate contract, it’s wise to have an attorney review the agreement before you sign it, so you can understand exactly what your rights and responsibilities will be. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Blog, Retirement Planning Tagged With: nursing home care, nursing homes, your rights

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