When most people hear "estate planning," they picture millionaires in sprawling mansions or billionaires managing their wealth. But the reality is far from this perception. The truth is that you don’t need to be rich to create an estate plan. Planning your estate is about protecting your loved ones and...
Our Ski Adventure at Baqueira Beret in the Pyrenees
A couple of years ago, my husband and I ventured to Spain, exploring the bustling cities of Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville. While we loved those cities' rich culture, art, and energy, we both agreed that one thing was missing from that trip. We wanted to travel north and ski in...
The Importance of Letting Go of Toxic People and Daily Stress
Life is too short to be weighed down by negativity and unnecessary drama. Yet, many of us, myself included, find ourselves caught in the web of toxic relationships and situations that create stress and sap our energy. Looking ahead as we enter spring, my goal is clear: I want peace....
Experiencing High Tea at Lady Mendl’s in Gramercy Park
Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting Lady Mendl's, a chic tea salon nestled within a Georgian brownstone in the heart of New York's historical Gramercy Park. My son, Derek, treated me to a holiday high tea, also a birthday present for my daughter, Zoey. She brought her son, Ollie,...
Navigating Medicare When Spouses Transition to Retirement
Planning for a possible health insurance coverage gap is essential, especially when one spouse retires at 65, and the other depends on employer-sponsored health insurance. In this situation, you might ask, "What has happened to my health insurance now?" Vincent J. Russo of the Russo Law Group shares some practical...
The Role of a Guardian in Medicaid Planning
Guardians are critical in navigating Medicaid eligibility. They also help to overcoming common challenges in court, and implementing effective planning strategies for incapacitated individuals. Today, we have a special guest joining us, Eric J. Einhart, Esq., Partner at The Russo Law Group. Here are the questions I asked regarding Guardians...
A Candle in Santorini to Remember and Healing
Visiting Santorini was a dream that both haunted and beckoned me. This picturesque island, with its iconic sunsets and azure waters, was the destination my sister longed to visit for her 60th birthday—a dream she was never able to realize after a sudden and tragic brain aneurysm took her from...
My Daughter Had a Baby
My daughter had a baby on Friday, August 2, 2024. Here are my thoughts about this new miracle that entered our lives. ---- For the past few years, my family and I have rented a house in the Dover, Vermont, area every Christmas. We usually go skiing and enjoy each...
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die? Tips from Russo Law Group
Our lives are increasingly intertwined with the online world. From social media accounts and email addresses to online banking and digital photo albums, our digital footprint is extensive and deeply personal. But have you ever wondered what happens to your digital assets when you die? It's a thought-provoking question that...
What is the Best Park for Hiking?
National parks are a national treasure—and Americans know it. The National Park Service saw 325.5 million recreation visits in 2023 (up more than 13 million visitors from the previous year!), and almost half of Americans (48%) say visiting the national parks is on their bucket list.National parks help preserve and protect many...