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My late aunt gave her husband a life tenancy in her home — but her attorney won’t even let us see the will. Is this a bad sign?
“When she died, we were told by her attorney that we were responsible for the taxes and property insurance during the time when the life tennant lives in the home.” 5:49 a.m. Today5:49 a.m. April 28, 2024
His daughter whispers, ‘Where are your paychecks?’ in his ear. My stepfather is in a nursing home with dementia. How can my mother and I protect him?
“My mother has a durable power of attorney for Sam’s healthcare and is his primary representative. No one has financial POA.” 5:46 a.m. Today5:46 a.m. April 28, 2024
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I’m 55 with no kids. I was unhappy at work so I took early retirement. I’ve more than $2.7 million in stocks and $1.6 million in real estate. Is that enough?
”I expect to inherit close to $500,000, but I am not counting on that in my planning.”
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My wife and I have $850,000 saved for retirement. I’m 66 and plan to work another four years. Should I do a Roth conversion?
“I estimate that my wife and I will receive about $4,600 per month in Social Security.”
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I’ve $5.2 million in the stock market and I’m in my 40s. How much can I afford to spend so I can enjoy the rest of my life?
“I didn’t intend to retire under 50, but it sort of worked out.”
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