Updated August 2026 Talking about death and what should happen after we die can be difficult. For many families, it is a subject that rarely comes up until circumstances force the conversation. It doesn’t have to be that way. Talking about your wishes while you’re healthy gives everyone time to listen, ask questions and understand … Continue reading What Should I Say
When you work on your will and plan your estate, you plan with rose colored glasses. If you have more than one child this could be catastrophic to the relationship between your children when you are gone. Do not plan as if everything will be ok. It will not be. Instead, plan your Will as … Continue reading Planning your estate
This was shocking. My good friend, Pam, just retired from the Johns Hopkins Hospital. She and her husband were going to enjoy their retirement together. They went on vacation to Las Vegas, came back and her husband was not feeling himself. He went to the doctor, had some tests done and the doctors said he … Continue reading You just never know when the end will come.
It is unbelievable isn’t it? First we find out that Prince has died unexpectedly. Now we find out that he died without a will. He has now left it up to his loved ones to determine what to do with this stuff. Don’t leave such a burden for your loved ones. Be sure to fill … Continue reading Do not make a mistake a like Prince
To improve your health, and to start your new year off on the right foot, consider taking up weight lifting. This may help you complete a goal on your bucket list. Why take up weightlifting? It allows you to build your strength quickly. This is especially true when you first start weight lifting. When you … Continue reading Weight Training
Over the years my husband and I have been left with the responsibility of cleaning out the homes of our deceased love ones. In all cases it was a daunting task. But, it needed to be done to prepare the real estate for sale to settle the deceased’s estate. So much stuff. So much stuff … Continue reading Oh The Clutter! Don’t Leave It To Your Love Ones!
News Medical stated that quitting tobacco may be harder than quitting heroin. Here is the link to the article: Stopping smoking may be harder than quitting heroin. Now that we are starting a new year, what a great way to start your life anew by quitting this terrible habit. How does one do that? Switch to … Continue reading Quit snus, snuff, chewing tobacco and other smokeless tobacco products
Planning for end of life also includes planning for what you need to sustain yourself and family after you stop working. These needs fall under the general category of Insurance Coverage. What kind of coverage do you need? Monthly income to pay your bills for food, utilities, rent if you do not own your home, … Continue reading Planning for your retirement
Good news! I’ve successfully made it through the first 4 months of being 60. But, damn it was hard. In the past year, my husband and I have found ourselves in a position of limited income as a result of his employment (unexpectedly) coming to an end. This meant the end of his … Continue reading Quarterly Report on Turning 60 Time to Call in the Health Experts
The Annual Exclusion Amount exempt from gift taxes is currently $14,000 . That means while you are alive you can give money or property up to $14,000 in value to as many people as you want during each calendar year without paying any gift tax. You don’t even have to file a gift tax return. … Continue reading Gift It Or Will It