Elder Financial

Florida has long beckoned retirees seeking to spend their golden years in the sun, but, for many, the American dream of owning a home there was financially impossible. That changed in the 1950s, when the so-called "installment land sales industry" appeared out of nowhere to hawk billions of dollars of Florida residential property, sight unseen, to retiring northerners. For only $10 down and $10 a month, working-class pensioners could buy a piece of the Florida dream: a graded homesite that would be waiting for them in a planned community when they were ready to build.

The Dementia Caregiver’s Survival Guide is here to offer a lifeline to caregivers, providing practical advice and emotional support to help you cope with the complexities of dementia care. This survival guide offers a road map, empowering caregivers to understand the disease, manage difficult symptoms, and cope with financial challenges, patient aggression, depression, and much more.

If only there was a guide to help you successfully navigate your retirement ... Luckily you have found this book. Many of us assume we know all the answers when it comes to ending our careers and enjoying our workfree lives. But what if what you knew about retirement was incorrect? If there are hidden pitfalls that can wreck it? In Retirement Wreckers, John J. Sastry explores some of the common mistakes people make when planning and implementing their retirement. With real-life case studies that add weight to the important issues discussed. With his decades of financial planning for ...

Veteran California attorney and elder financial abuse writer Michael Hackard draws from 40 years of legal experience to advise families, caregivers, and professionals who work with seniors what elder financial abuse is, how to identify it, and - most importantly - what to do if abuse is suspected. Concise and chock-full of practical information, The Wolf at the Door is a must-have reference for anyone interested in learning about elder financial abuse and what can be done to combat it.

**Eldercare Essentials Your Ultimate Guide to Financial Security and Peace of Mind** Navigating the complexities of eldercare can be daunting, but with Eldercare Essentials, you’ll gain the comprehensive knowledge needed to secure your financial future and make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones. From understanding the foundations of elder financial planning to mastering advanced investment strategies, this guide is your indispensable companion in the journey toward financial stability and security. **Chapter Breakdown** **The Foundation of Elder Financial Planning** ...

Have you ever wondered how you will feel when you are suddenly given the responsibility to make important decisions for your parents, because they are no longer capable of doing that for themselves?

In 2011 MetLife Mature Market Institute estimated that financial abuse robbed elder Americans of an estimated $2.9 billion in 2010, and that was up significantly from 2008. If have a family member or friend that's a senior citizen, you must see this quick and easy-to-listen-to book. It could save you and others huge amounts of money and aggravation.

Financial professionals are seeing more financial abuse of aging clients than ever. Why? Elders are living longer, but not necessarily in great health. The pervasive problem of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias can steal a client's financial judgment and make the person much more vulnerable to manipulation. Even if an elder is still competent, she may be subject to the improper persuasion, called "undue influence" of a family member or other trusted person.