CCR Insights

One of the most important decisions you’ll make is who will receive your assets and take over your estate. To help ensure your loved ones receive the assets you want them to have, you can name irrevocable beneficiaries.

Women face unique financial challenges as they age. Compared to men, women live longer, earn less, and spend fewer years in the workforce. If you’re a woman or support a woman in your life, consider looking into LTC options.

The best plans for managing the finances of an older relative are made when that individual is still healthy. Addressing care options now for your aging parents will pay dividends for everyone! Learn more with this infographic:

Financial Planner Jon Lilja discusses elder abuse, estate planning, and the importance of POLST in his newest educational video.

Plans created at age 65 often require a second look when seniors reach their late seventies, eighties, and nineties. If you have an aging parent or relative, look into these arrangements to address their concerns.

If you haven’t yet, you should start to address elder care with your parents to make sure that they are comfortable in their later years. It’s never too early to start preparing for the responsibility of caring for parents.

The irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) can be an important estate strategy tool that may accomplish a number of estate objectives; however, it may not be appropriate for every individual.

By estimating your expenses and taking steps to prepare, you can ensure an enjoyable retirement. Contact us today for more information.

Parents, consider using monetary gifts as a teaching opportunity. Helping your children learn how to be smart savers could be the best gift that you ever give them.

Awareness of important information, and knowing where to locate relevant documents, can help your grown children take appropriate and timely action if a sudden death or catastrophic illness were to occur.

In the spirit of July’s National Make a Difference to Children month, COO Amanda J. Hopkins discusses one way to make an impact on children in need through fostering.

Here are some things to consider when lending funds for your child’s business venture.

Selecting a guardian for your children is an extremely personal and important decision. Address these important financial issues before selecting a guardian.

Parents of a special needs child may have never-ending concerns about their child’s care. How much do you know about financial planning for a special needs child? Test your knowledge with this short quiz.

Ensuring the best for your family starts young. Check out our latest whitepaper for information on how to protect a child with special needs.

Life insurance is just like any other piece of your financial puzzle. Explore how life insurance may relate to you via Judy in this case study!

Life cycle planning helps identify insurance needs that are common to particular stages of life. This infographic may help individuals and families examine their insurance requirements in order to make future plans.

Only 19 percent of people currently working have a written retirement strategy. Understand how Social Security fits into your retirement.