
An eldercare attorney discusses how older adults can navigate estate-planning decisions, common misconceptions about long-term care, and why age 75 is a prime time to reassess housing choices. 00:00:00 Margolis’ Path to Elder Law 00:04:15 Aging Clients, Estate Planning, and Long-Term Care 00:08:29 Aging In Place and Medicare Misconceptions 00:15:45 Estate Planning Paperwork and DIY Planners 00:21:26 Power of Attorney Mistakes, Living Wills, and Healthcare Coordination 00:27:06 Caregiving, Money Conversations, and Common Financial Mistakes 00:31:51 Benefits of NORCs 00:34:07 Special Needs Planning: Housing, Trusts, and Expectations This episode is sponsored by Vanguard: https://advisors.vanguard.com/engagement/fixed-income

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