Snowbirds need a comprehensive estate plan that addresses their unique circumstances. This checklist covers key considerations including domicile, taxes and ensuring health care wishes are respected.

What to Know About Form 1099-R for the 2025 Tax Year
Millions of retirees receive Form 1099-R annually. Understand what it reports, common errors, and 2025 updates to accurately file taxes.

How the Social Security Fairness Act Affects Your Benefits
The elimination of the WEP and GPO under the Social Security Fairness Act may mean that you need to file for retroactive benefits. Here’s everything you need to know.

GOP Must Cut Medicaid or Medicare to Achieve Budget Goals: CBO
The Washington Post reports that the nonpartisan bookkeeper said there’s no other way to cut $1.5 trillion from the budget over the next decade.

Black History Month Roundtable: Financial Equity & Racial Equity
Financial experts Lee Baker, Lazetta Rainey Braxton and Dr. Preston Cherry join Robert Powell in this roundtable discussion.

Digital Estate Planning Tools for Older Adults
Digital platforms can make it easier to organize documents, communicate with advisers and protect your legacy. Here’s everything you need to know.

Retiring in Illinois: Tax Benefits, Health Care and Lifestyle Options
Illinois offers unique tax advantages on retirement income. Weigh the pros and cons, including health care access and lifestyle options.

Lost Your Job? Health Insurance Options
Here’s what you need to know about your health care coverage options if you’ve recently lost your job or anticipate losing your job.

Navigating the Great Wealth Transfer: A Family Guide to Generational Planning
Create a lasting legacy that goes beyond finances. This article explores strategies for transferring both wealth and values to future generations.

House Votes to Extend Medicare Telehealth
The House of Representatives voted 217-213 to pass a continuing resolution (CR) on March 12, 2025. This has key health care and government shutdown provisions.
