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Many people turning 65 experience feel anxious because they are unsure how to begin their Medicare journey. These new Medicare beneficiaries are being routed into a whole new world of health insurance that they’ve never experienced before.             Therefore, it’s normal...
Recently several homes we have worked in have had lots of tools: some power, some electric, some new, some in unopened boxes, some that were well used and even some antique tools. The tool market has really changed over...
For many men, their job or profession is a symbol of their self-worth. They wear it proudly and for years brought home a paycheque to support their families. Once they retire, many men find that without their job to...
A memorial service and funeral should be meticulously planned. Funeral planning can help your family and friends to grieve more effectively. You should write down your final wishes in your estate planning documents so your funeral can be thoughtfully...
The kids have flown the coop, you’ve entered into the Golden Years of retirement, had a health scare or other major life change and are now considering downsizing. The question is, do you want a house, condo or apartment? There...
We are all creatures of comfort, many of us having a certain penchant for collecting something. Generations past have continued a tradition of passing items down to our children, who are more than likely adults themselves and not particularly...
Are we expecting the our next generation to love the same things we once or do love?             We have some friends that have a very large collection of kerosene lamps. Some are sterling silver and some are cranberry glass and...
Why move when you don’t have to? Today, our aging population, the largest growing demographic, requires all of us to think and plan for our independence – our quality of life as we age. Our society’s infrastructure will be challenged...
Many people who take out equity release plans do so in order to free up the value locked up in their home, without having to move and downsize to a smaller property. In most cases, the borrower remains in...
Moving to a new home can get expensive. There are many things that can add to the cost of a move because a home owner wasn’t fully prepared. But, don’t fret. Here are a few things you should consider...