Money

Many people consider a funeral or burial a reflection of their feelings for their deceased family member or friend. As a result, they may tend to overspend on these services. ...

Joint bank accounts serve as a useful estate planning tool for passing money to loved ones outside of probate and planning for disability. But while they can achieve these goals, and are useful in certain circumstances, joint accounts also present risks. ...

Here's good news for people who participated in the state's farmers market program: There's now an app and a card that help low-income older adults get $50 of free food from farmers markets. ...

If you are a homeowner who is falling behind on your real estate taxes, you may end up facing foreclosure on your property. Because your property taxes hinge on the value of your property, you may find your taxes rising beyond what you can afford. Before your situation becomes more serious, be sure to educate yourself. ...

After spending decades in the same job or company, countless adults over 55 want or need to keep working. For some, that means transitioning from employee to employer as a small business owner. ...

Planning for today is great, but don’t forget to plan for tomorrow, too. That brings us to the topic of long-term care, a more serious topic than making the most out of summer but arguably a more important and far-reaching one. ...

Investment scams, including those involving cryptocurrency (crypto), are now the riskiest scam type, according to a new report by the Better Business Bureau. More than 80 percent of people who were targeted by this scam type reported losing money. It also had the second-highest median dollar loss at $3,800. ...

By participating in the trial work period, you can preserve your disability benefits while you explore whether returning to work is right for you. This can delay the end of benefits, allowing you to try returning to work without fully committing to ending your benefits. ...