Jim Miller
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Jim Miller
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Tips and Tours for Traveling with Grandchildren
Grandparents traveling with just their grandchildren has become a growing segment of the multigenerational travel industry. Not only is this type of travel fun, but...
How to Appeal Medicare Surcharges When Your Income Changes
If you’re getting hit with a higher premium for Medicare Part B and Part D and you think it’s unjustified, you can ask Social Security...
How to Protect Seniors from Scam Calls
Savvy Senior author, Jim Miller, explains how older adults can protect themselves against phone scammers.
How to Manage an Inherited IRA from a Parent
Inheriting an IRA from a parent has a unique set of rules you need to know, which will help you make the most of the...
When Can I Change My Medicare Coverage?
The annual Medicare open enrollment period isn’t your only opportunity to swap out Medicare coverage! Here’s what you should know.
What You’ll Pay for Medicare in 2023
From an entitlement program standpoint, 2023 is going to be a very good year for retirees!
Best Ways for Seniors to Find Discounted High-Speed Internet Services
There are actually two new resources available today that can help you save money on your home internet services, but what’s available to you will...
Coping with COVID Exacerbated Tinnitus
Unfortunately, new research indicates that tinnitus, a common hearing problem that affects around 50 million Americans, may be worsened by COVID-19 or possibly even triggered...
How to Find a Better Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
Even if you’re happy with your current coverage, there may be other plans out there that you’re not aware of that offer better coverage at...
Tips and Tools for Family Caregivers
Caring for an aging parent or other loved one over a period of time can be very challenging both physically and mentally. Fortunately, there are...
Social Security Calculators That Can Help You Decide When to Claim
Deciding when to start collecting your Social Security benefits is one of the most complicated and consequential decisions in retirement. The difference between a good...
Simple and Inexpensive Final Farewells
With the average cost of a full-service funeral running around $11,000 today, many people are seeking simple ways to make their final farewell more affordable....
How to Handle Your Medicare Coverage if You Move
Moving can indeed affect your Medicare benefits depending on the type of coverage you have and where you move to.
Why You Should Create a “My Social Security Account”
Checking your official Social Security statement every year is a smart move to make sure your posted earnings are correct, which will ensure you get...
How Much Does an Average Funeral Cost?
It definitely pays to know what charges to expect when pre-planning a funeral. Most people don’t have a clue and can often be upsold thousands...
How to Pick the Best Place to Retire
If you’re interested in relocating when you retire, like millions of other baby boomers, there are a wide variety of books and online resources that...
Approaching 65? Here’s What to Know About Enrolling in Medicare
The rules and timetables for Medicare enrollment can be confusing to many new retirees, so it’s smart to plan ahead. Here’s a simplified rundown of...
How Seniors Can Learn New Technology Skills Online
There are many different technology teaching tools available to older adults that can help you learn new tech skills so you can better utilize your...
Medicare Coverage Options for Retirees Eager to Travel
The best Medicare plans for retirees who plan to travel will vary depending on your destinations! Here's what to know.
How to Recognize and Stop Elder Abuse in the COVID Era
While elder abuse does happen in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities, the vast majority of incidents take place at home. Here are some...
How to Find Educational Trips for Retirees Who Love to Learn
Here are a few good places to turn to find these types of trips in the U.S. and abroad!
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