seniors: My Favorite Client - Senior Citizen - Elder Care
- 02/15/14 03:43 PM
What was it about Betty that made me want to do my absolute best for her? I think everyone who ever met her felt the same thing I felt; that's just how she was. She was undemanding, charming and full of a heartfelt appreciation for life. She inspired one to be better. How did we meet? Well, her step-daughter called me from Washington DC one day. She said "I found you on the internet. My step-mother is 85 and she needs to move closer to us now for health reasons. I have her Power of Attorney; can we sign whatever we (3 comments)
seniors: How Much Does Uncle Sam Take When You Sell Your Home?
- 01/26/12 02:07 PM
Many seniors worry about the tax consequences of selling their home and moving to a condo, adult living community or even into a mother-in-law suite in the home of one of their children. There are a few rules that can help you. Every 2 years, the law allows you to sell a home for up to $250,000 and take a tax exclusion. This applies to anyone, whether they're living on social security and retirement savings or still working for a salary. To be eligible, the home you sell must have been your primary residence for 2 out of the last (6 comments)