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VA – Should a Life Insurance Agent (with a Whopping Two Days of Training) be allowed to perform a “Quick Overhaul” of Elderly Veterans Investments? Possibly Costing the Veteran $170,530 in Taxes?

Should a Life Insurance Agent (with a Whopping Two Days of Training) be allowed to perform a “Quick Overhaul” of Elderly Veterans Investments? Possibly Costing the Veteran $170,530 in taxes? Two Major Insurance Companies say NO! Article By: Gilbert Fleming, … Continue reading

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New VA Pension Aid & Attendance Payments Announced for 2012

Happy Veteran’s Day!!!! The first cost-of-living adjustment since 2008 has recently been made, bringing a 3.6% increase in pension benefits for aid & attendance recipients. The new payments are effective December 1, 2011, for benefits payable January of 2012. The … Continue reading

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VA Aid and Attendance Program Assists with Medical Care Costs

VA Aid and Attendance Program Assists with Medical Care Costs By Robin M. Petersen, J.D., C.E.L.A. Millions of veterans and their families are eligible for Veterans Benefits but do not take advantage of them. Why? There are many reasons, including … Continue reading

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New Florida Power of Attorney Act is a Big Change

New Florida Power of Attorney Act is a Big Change By Robin M. Petersen, J.D., C.E.L.A. The new Florida Power of Attorney Act becomes effective October 1, 2011 and affects many elements of existing powers of attorney (“POA”) and all … Continue reading

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