
How to Avoid Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Many people are surprised to learn that their Social Security benefits can be subject to federal taxation. Whether your benefits are taxed depends on what is known as your “provisional

Protecting Yourself Against the High Cost of Long-Term Care
Thanks to improvements in medical science and healthier lifestyles, Americans are living longer than ever before. Unfortunately, many of us will require long-term care at some point in our lives,

If You’re Thinking About Downsizing Your Home in Retirement, Avoid These Common Mistakes
Perhaps you have considered selling your current home, buying a smaller one, and using the difference to help fund your retirement. A recent article on Investopedia.com explores this approach and

Do You Need a Revocable Living Trust?
One of the first questions many clients ask is whether they need a Revocable Living Trust? It’s a great question, but it leads to another: What do you want your

Your Legacy is More than Just the Money You Leave to family
Lynnwood/Edmonds Elder Law resources for Estate Planning, Long Term Care Planning, and Trusts. When we hear the word legacy, many of us think of money left to people and institutions

Reasons to Join a Free Estate Planning Online Workshop
Free online estate planning workshops are available now! Washington Elder Law makes it easier than ever to start estate planning for yourself or an elderly relative. Workshops are important