by Christina Martel | Feb 24, 2022
The children are grown and have started lives of their own. They’ve finished their schooling. They have jobs. Perhaps they have married. You may even have grandchildren. You and, if you’re married, your spouse did a great job. You now have the freedom to travel,...
by Christina Martel | Jan 27, 2022
Here’s a touchy topic that no one wants to talk about. I’m going to do it anyway because I feel it’s necessary in order to care for and protect your family and loved ones. Why? Let’s face it, we’re all going to transition at some point. All of us are going to die....
by Christina Martel | Nov 25, 2021
In deciding what to write for this month’s newsletter, living in gratitude came to mind. My absolutely favorite holiday, Thanksgiving, is upon us, so I thought I’d present some ideas on how being grateful for everything benefits us. I didn’t write the following...
by Christina Martel | Oct 25, 2021
It’s Medicare’s annual enrollment period. It began on October 15th and will end on December 7th. All new plans, should you choose to make changes, will take effect on January 1, 2022. You may ask me why I’m addressing this again since many of you are Medicare...
by Christina Martel | Jul 29, 2021
A topic of utmost importance as we age, or become disabled at any age, is how to get the best and most appropriate care for our loved ones. It’s a huge topic, and one I won’t fully address in this newsletter. However, I will address all the options listed below over...
by Christina Martel | Jun 24, 2021
What the Heck are Life Settlements Anyway and Why Should I Know About Them? Most of us are aware of reverse mortgages and how they can help support us as we age. If you’re 62 or older – and want money to pay off your mortgage, supplement your income, or pay for...