by Janet Berry-Johnson | Jun 24, 2025 | Personal Finance
When Ellen passed away, Mike found himself staring at a stack of unopened bills and bank statements he didn’t understand. Ellen had always handled the finances. She paid the bills, balanced the checkbook, and made sure their retirement savings and debt management...
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 | 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 | 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...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Sep 13, 2024 | Personal Finance
Managing your day-to-day financial tasks can quickly become overwhelming, whether you’re dealing with a busy schedule, caring for aging parents, or just learning how to stay on top of bills and budgeting. That’s where a Daily Money Manager (DMM) comes in....
