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You might think there’s nothing new in traditional Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI). After all, LTCI as a concept has been around since the 1960s. So, you might be surprised to learn that there are probably a few updates and changes you might not be aware of. 

Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) is designed to provide peace of mind and financial stability. So, on a fundamental level, it makes sense that state and local governments would have an interest in providing LTCI. But the new Washington State LTCI Mandate is raising some interesting questions. 

When it comes to insurance of any kind, it’s important to know what’s covered and what’s not. That can be especially true when it comes to Long Term Care Insurance. The more you know up front, the better prepared you can be. So it’s important to know

We typically think of inflation as something that’s slow and steady–and, therefore, easy to plan around. That’s not the case with long term care costs. Over the last twenty years, long term care costs have risen at a rate faster than some income sources have kept up

When you own a Stand-Alone “Traditional” Long Term Care Insurance policy, it’s important to understand when to consider making changes to the policy. There are benefits and/or consequences that may affect your premium. Therefore, it’s a good idea to educate yourself on how to recognize an Unsolicited

Over 70% of all seniors will need long term care during their lifetime. Knowing what your Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) benefit triggers are and how they apply can help you and your family plan for the future.  You probably don’t think in terms of incidental activities

Most people are adamant they never want to become a burden on their spouse or family.  Open communication and sound financial planning are key ingredients to navigating a lasting relationship with an eye to the future—in sickness and in health.  That includes making contingency plans for potential

After you purchase a Long Term Care Insurance (LTCI) policy to help protect yourself, your family and retirement nest egg, you’ll want to follow a few simple steps to help keep yourself organized and keep your family updated! Share Contact Information Make sure you give your Long

From Gordon Associates – we are pleased to post this guest blog from Home Care Assistance, a caregiving agency serving Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. This blog covers an important topic we’re hearing more and more about. We hope you find it valuable. Watching a parent, family

From Gordon Associates – we are pleased to post this guest blog from Senior Living Experts. We have referred many clients to them for help finding resources for senior citizens, and we have always been happy with their results. Even though they are based in the Chicagoland