May 2018


Message From Peter

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it." ~ Unknown

We honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that the rest of us may take pleasure in our freedom every day and hope that you all enjoy this holiday weekend to its fullest in the true spirit of patriotism.  


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A new study has found that people enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan were more likely to enter a lower-quality nursing home than were people in traditional Medicare.

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New Brokerage Account Safeguards Aim to Protect Seniors From Financial Scams

New rules have been put in place to protect seniors from with brokerage accounts from financial scams that could drain the accounts before anyone notices.

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Tailoring a Will and Power of Attorney for Multiple States

If you own property in more than one state, you need to do some planning if you want to keep your heirs from having to go through probate in each of the states.

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Long-Term Care Insurance Policyholder Wins Suit Against Company for Hiking Premiums

A long-term care policyholder has successfully sued her insurance company for breach of contract after the company raised her premiums.

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How to Appeal a Medicare Prescription Drug Denial

If your Medicare drug plan denies coverage for a drug you need, you don't have to simply accept it. There are several steps you can take to fight the decision.

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