ElderLaw News
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March 2008
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Janna Dutton & Associates, P.C.
Attorneys at Law
One North LaSalle Street
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60602
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ElderLaw News is a monthly e-newsletter that brings you
reports of legal developments and other trends of vital interest to
seniors and their advocates. This newsletter is brought to you by Janna
Dutton & Associates, P.C..
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Seniors Need to File Tax Return to Get Rebate
Check
Why Not Just Use an Off-the-Shelf Power of
Attorney Form?
BOOK REVIEW: My Life Book
Temporary Capital Gains Tax Break Can Help
Seniors
Is It Better to Remarry or Just Live Together?
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New Web Site Offers Reviews of Long-Term Care Providers
Reverse Mortgages a Growing Concern
Frequently Asked Questions on Estate Taxes
Income-Replacement Funds Target Retirees
Be on Alert for E-mail Scam Offering IRS Refund
States Want New Retirees' Experience
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Seniors Need to File Tax Return to Get Rebate Check
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Seniors
can benefit from the economic stimulus law enacted on February 13, 2008,
but they need to file an income tax return, even if they do not have any
tax liability.
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Why Not Just Use an Off-the-Shelf Power of Attorney
Form?
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A
durable power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning
documents you can have. There are many do-it-yourself power of attorney
forms available; however, it is a good idea to have an attorney draft the
form for you. There are many issues to consider and one size does not fit
all.
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BOOK REVIEW: My Life Book
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 When
a loved one dies, family members have a lot to do -- fromcalling family
and friends to sorting throughhousehold finances -- and My Life Book can make their life easier. Written by a financial advisor who works with
caregivers, this book helps you organize your personal information,
wishes, and desires in a way that your family can access them.
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Temporary Capital Gains Tax Break Can Help Seniors
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Over
the next two years, seniors can take advantage of a capital gains tax
break. From 2008 to 2010, taxpayers in the 10 and 15 percent tax brackets
will pay zero percent in capital gains taxes.
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Is It Better to Remarry or Just Live Together?
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Finding
love later in life may be unexpected and exciting, but should it lead to
marriage? The considerations are much different for an older couple with
adult children and retirement plans than for a young couple just starting
out.
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