“Settling a deceased family member’s affairs is not a one-person task. You’ll need the help of others, ranging from professionals like lawyers or CPAs, who can advise you on financial matters, to a network of friends and relatives, to whom you can delegate tasks or lean on for emotional support.” Leanne Potts, writing for AARP,…
Month: July 2021
Need a passport or need to renew?
Plan at least 6 months ahead! Yes, the backlog is long so don’t book your trip unless your passport is good for at least 6 months. Check the expiration date and renew early. Source: Financial Planning for Women
AAA rating of the United States government bonds at risk due to politics
“Fitch Ratings, a credit rating company, is considering downgrading the AAA rating of the United States government bonds. The problem is not the economy. In fact, the Fitch Ratings report praises the economy, saying it “has recovered much more rapidly than expected, helped by policy stimulus and the roll-out of the vaccination program, which has…
Hospitals Often Bill Uninsured the Highest Prices
Going without health insurance is NOT an option! Insurers negotiate lower rates for same treatment, new data show, with the uninsured charging up to three times as much as patients with insurance. No wonder we have the highest bankruptcy rates in the world. My research at Utah State University on bankruptcy in Utah and that…