In the United States, veterans, their dependents, and survivors are entitled to a number of benefits and may qualify for assistance programs as a result of the veteran's service. One program that may help veterans and their spouses should they need help in their home, or to move into an assisted living or long-term care community is the Veterans Aid & Attendance program. The VA&A program is not a well-known program. The benefits it provides can make a huge difference to seniors needing … [Read more...]
What Is the Aid and Attendance Benefit for Veterans?
For men and women who have served in the Armed Force and their surviving spouses and dependents, the United States offers a wide range of benefits and assistance programs. Although you may know about some of the benefits to which you may be entitled as a veteran or survivor, one benefit program you may not know about offers a monthly monetary benefit that may come in handy. You may be entitled to additional benefits through a lesser known program referred to as “Veterans Aid and Attendance … [Read more...]
What Is a Payable on Death Account?
There are some so-called "simple solutions" out there when it comes to estate planning. Some people buy into them, and, in many instances, unintended negative consequences result. With this in mind, let's look at payable on death accounts. … [Read more...]
