Eight Reasons People Don't Make Wills

For decades now, virtually every survey on the topic indicates that the majority of adults in America do not have a valid will, living trust or other plan for distribution of their resources upon death. In fact, well over 70% of the adults who die each year have no valid will.>>>read further

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Dear Savvy Senior,

I've been trying to find out about several different programs for my mom that might provide her some financial assistance. Right now she lives only on her Social Security survivors benefits from dad and struggles every month to get by. She especially needs help with her prescription medication. I've heard about several

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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara Lehman bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that builds and sells homes like it. Over the years, the stock has increased in value many times, but the value has been volatile.>>>read further

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Senators Plan To Reform Charities
At a hearing on June 22, 2004, Senators Charles Grassley (R-IA) and Max Baucus (D-MT) highlighted the need for reform with respect to charities.

Senator Grassley has been a strong supporter of charities. However he stated, "The testimony we will hear will suggest that far too many charities have broken the understood covenant between taxpayers and nonprofits-that charities are to benefit the public good, not fill the pockets of private individuals. Too many well-meaning charities have fallen prey to the charlatan's pitch about easy money." Senator Grassley indicated that he hoped that the result of the reform would be "a vibrant and engaged charitable sector that enjoys the confidence of the American people.">>>read further

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Stocks - Stock Markets Continue To Show Strength>>>read further
Bonds - Market Watchers Awaiting Federal Reserve Board Meeting>>>read further
Interest Rates - Mortgage Interest Rates Decrease While New Home Sales On the Rise>>>read further

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