by Janet Berry-Johnson | Apr 24, 2025 | Personal Finance, Taxes
If you’re hiring help to care for an elderly parent—whether it’s a home health aide, companion, or housekeeper—you might be taking on more than just caregiving responsibilities. You could also be hiring a household employee, which comes with its own set of tax...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Mar 3, 2025 | Taxes
Caring for a loved one is a labor of love, but it can also be financially challenging. According to a survey conducted by the National Alliance for Caregiving and the AARP Public Policy Institute, 36% of caregivers for older adults report moderate to high levels of...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Jan 13, 2025 | Personal Finance
Managing elderly parents’ finances can be challenging. Many family caregivers are juggling their own careers and families while caring for elderly parents, and weight of responsibility means bills might get overlooked, budgeting may become a struggle, or their...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Dec 9, 2024 | Paper Organization, Taxes
Tax season might feel like it’s a long way off, but following a tax preparation checklist and getting started early can save you stress and set you up for a smooth filing experience. While the IRS typically opens tax filing in mid-January, there’s no need to...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Nov 23, 2024 | Personal Finance
Elder financial abuse is a deeply troubling issue that affects millions of older adults every year. Between 2022 and 2023, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) received over 155,000 reports of elder financial abuse, with roughly $27 billion in suspicious...
