Estate Management

  1. New Brann & Isaacson Partner Offers Senior Estate Planning Expertise

    The law firm of Brann & Isaacson is pleased to announce that Kenleigh A. Nicoletta has become a partner of the firm. She is a member of the Maine Bar, and serves on the Board of the … Continue

  2. Trusts: Do you need a Trust?

    Q: I have lots of questions about trusts. Can someone explain if I need a trust and how I should be dealing with my financial planning? A: We’ve asked Barry Kohler, SVP and Director of Androscoggin Trust … Continue

  3. Suddenly Single: Financial Do’s & Don’ts After An Unexpected Loss

    Suddenly single Baby Boomers who experience the loss of their spouse are often faced with two significant challenges. First and foremost: grieving. They must deal with the devastating loss of a spouse. Second: financial decisions – some … Continue

  4. Downsizing: The Many Upsides to Downsizing

    The word downsizing comes with a highly negative connotation. In reality, it should be called smartsizing or rightsizing! What could be smarter than living efficiently in a dwelling that fits your lifestyle and family’s needs perfectly? Close … Continue

  5. Chained CPI: Chained CPI Proposal Bad for Women

    What is chained CPI, anyway, and what does it mean to seniors? The chained CPI (Consumer Price Index) rests on the dubious assumption that when the cost of something goes up, one simply chooses a lower-cost substitute. This … Continue

  6. Midcoast Home Modification Safety Specialist Now Available

    Congratulations to Midcoast home modification specialist Lisa Gellatly, an Occupational Therapist with CHANS Home Health Care’s Rehabilitation Program. She recently completed an Executive Certificate Program ‘In-Home Modification’ from the University of Southern California. Home modification is a process for … Continue

  7. Downsizing Dilemma: Managing Family Possessions

    Major life changes, such as a move to a smaller home or the death of a family member, may lead to downsizing as you consider strategies for managing or disposing of accumulated possessions. You may be relocating, downsizing, or … Continue

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