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The publisher of ZeiglerSeniorNews.com is senior citizen advocate Jim "Zig" Zeigler, Jr. He is an elder care attorney, nationally-accredited veterans attorney, author and seminar leader. Zeigler runs a nationwide service representing seniors and veterans in elder care planning -- how to cover costs of home care, assisted living or nursing home without losing their assets.
Zeigler wrote the 2007 elder care book, Don't Let the Government take Grandma's Home and Life Savings.
He wrote the 2010 elder care book for veterans, Veteran's Aid and Attendance Kit.
Zeigler led the national challenge to the restrictive new Medicaid nursing home law, the "DRA.".
The Florida Academy of Elder Law Attorneys featured Zeigler as keynote speaker at their December 2006 annual seminar. 102 elder law attorneys heard Zeigler's program.
The North Carolina Bar Association's Section of Elder Law Attorneys featured Zeigler and his program at their October 29, 2010 elder care conference. Over ninety elder law attorneys heard Zeigler's continuing education program.
Zeigler is active in the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Alabama Section of Elder Law Attorneys.
He is a civilian associate member of the Marine Corps League.
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Zeigler wrote the 2007 elder care book, Don't Let the Government take Grandma's Home and Life Savings.
He wrote the 2010 elder care book for veterans, Veteran's Aid and Attendance Kit.
Zeigler led the national challenge to the restrictive new Medicaid nursing home law, the "DRA.".
The Florida Academy of Elder Law Attorneys featured Zeigler as keynote speaker at their December 2006 annual seminar. 102 elder law attorneys heard Zeigler's program.
The North Carolina Bar Association's Section of Elder Law Attorneys featured Zeigler and his program at their October 29, 2010 elder care conference. Over ninety elder law attorneys heard Zeigler's continuing education program.
Zeigler is active in the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Alabama Section of Elder Law Attorneys.
He is a civilian associate member of the Marine Corps League.
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Using Life Insurance for Elder CareSeniors can now use life insurance to pay costs of home care, assisted living or nursing home. Only 3% have long-term care insurance, but 80% have life insurance.
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Elderly Vulnerable to StormsElderly patients were killed in tornadoes in Missouri and Alabama. A lesson can be learned from 2011 storms. Elderly are dependent on others for their safety, and stronger protective systems are needed. -
NY Man Spends Life Savings Warning of May 21, 2011 Judgment DayA Staten Island resident and author of self-published book spent his entire life savings of $140,000 on 1,000 placards announcing the greatest-ever earthquake and Judgment Day for May 21, 2011.
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Reverse Mortgage Book Published by Elder Law Attorney ZeiglerWhy a lawyer needs to know about reverse mortgages. Adding the growing reverse mortgage niche to law practice. Scenarios that indicate need for a reverse mortgage. Basics for general practice attorneys. Details for attorneys in specific concentrations.
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Wrong Advice (again) to Shred, Shred, ShredAdvice comes from various experts to shred, shred, shred. And it is wrong, wrong, wrong. Seniors need to keep five years of financial records in case they ever need Medicaid for nursing home or the new home care. -
Reverse Mortgage Book for and by AttorneysA homeowner over age 62 could be a candidate for tax-free funds from a reverse mortgage. That untapped resource can be used in estate and elder care planning. Elder law attorney Jim "Zig" Zeigler, Jr. guides attorneys in using reverse mortgages.
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"Shred Everything" is Bad Advice to Prevent Identity TheftMany experts say "shred, shred, shred" to prevent identity theft. That advice is overly-broad and can cause serious problems. Here are better ways.
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What Seniors Need to Know on the Fifth Birthday of Medicaid Law, Deficit Reduction ActThe law changing rules for Medicaid eligibility is now five years old. What do seniors and families need to know about qualifying for nursing home coverage or the new Medicaid home care?
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Second Largest Reverse Mortgage Company, Bank of America, QuitsThe second largest reverse mortgage company, Bank of America, has suddenly gotten out of that business.
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Free Workshops on Changing Your Legal Planning Due to New Tax LawEvery adult needs to review legal documents due to December, 2010 changes in the law.
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Preventing Financial Abuse of the Elderly: Senior ScamWatch Checklist of Warning SignsScams against seniors are increasing and their complexity is increasing. Here is Senior ScamWatch, a checklist of warning signs of possible exploitation.
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Zeigler Opposes Social Security Rule Stopping Retirees from Repaying Benefits, Reapplying LaterElder care attorney Zeigler opposes retroactive rule change that stops retirees from repaying social security and reapplying at later age for higher amount.
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30,000 Seniors to Get Delinquency Notices from Reverse Mortgage Lenders30,000 seniors are behind on property taxes or home insurance. FHA has ordered reverse mortgage lenders to mail a tough delinquency notice to them. They then have 30 days to cure the delinquencies or face foreclosure.
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Free Workshops on New Legal Changes that Impact Estate PlanningOn Dec. 17, 2010, Congress passed new laws that impacted wills, living trusts, powers of attorney and estate taxes. Free seminars explain the need to update estate plans.
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First Alert of Mass Confusion: IRS Changes Deadlines for 2010 Filings but Sends Wrong Forms and InstructionsThe Internal Revenue Service changed important deadlines for 2010 filings but has sent incorrect forms and instructions.
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New Site Has Free Daily News for Seniors and Wire Service for PublishersFree for seniors: Daily news you can use. Cheap for publishers: A new wire service for senior news.
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Ways Seniors Cut Costs to Live on Stagnant 2011 IncomeSeniors are using cost-cutting measures - some good and some questionable - to get by on stagnant income in 2011.
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2011 Finds Seniors in a Squeeze: Higher Costs but Stagnant IncomeSenior citizens are entering 2011 with stagnant income but higher costs.
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Time Runs Out December 31 for Taxpayers to Get Long-term Care and Deduct ItTaxpayers who do not have long-term care insurance can buy it by December 31, 2010 and save thousands on taxes.
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New Social Security Web Page "Senior-Friendly"The new web site at socialsecurity.gov is easier to use and more helpful.
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Should Your New Year's Resolutions Include Eldercare Planning?If you or your family member ever need home care, assisted living or nursing home, what is your plan to cover the cost of $2,500 to $10,000 a month for the rest of life? Should an eldercare plan be one of your New Year's resolutions?
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Time Running Out for Age 70 1/2 to Make IRA WithdrawalA December 31, 2010 deadline is fast approaching for IRA owners age 70 1/2. They must make a required minimum withdrawal or else pay a 50% penalty. Paperwork for a withdrawal can take days.
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Should Your New Year's Resolutions Include Estate Planning?Instead of just the usual New Year's resolutions - lose weight, exercise, pay off debt - should you include a more serious resolution? Do your estate planning - Will, durable power of attorney, health care power of attorney, living will.
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Can Rehab Patient Be Discharged Because of No Improvement?Medicare patients are being discharged from rehab when they most need it. Few families know that they can fight a discharge. Zeigler ElderCare answers tells how to keep your patient from being sent home too soon.
