Dear Clients and Friends, This morning, we released R. F. Meyer & Associates’ September 2025 e-newsletter. If you did not receive it by email, please find a link below to access it in PDF form from our website. The September 2025 newsletter has three new articles...
Americans are living longer than ever, and this trend is expected to continue. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans aged 100 and older is expected to quadruple over the next 30 years, from an estimated 101,000 in 2024 to about 422,000 in 2054....
In June 2025, House Democrats Jimmy Gomez (CA) and Don Beyer (VA) reintroduced the Choose Medicare Act, with Senators Jeff Merkley (OR) and Chris Murphy (CT) sponsoring its Senate companion. The bill would establish a Medicare Part E: a public-option version of...
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) has sounded the alarm about a shift in Social Security service delivery that could profoundly affect older adults and individuals with disabilities. The Trump administration, working with the Department of Government...
Many Americans nearing retirement age face a financial decision: Should they stop working entirely when they begin collecting Social Security benefits or continue to work? There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Each person’s situation is unique and depends on various...
If you have money to give your children, you certainly can, but you should be aware that you may face consequences should you apply for Medicaid long-term care coverage within five years after each gift. In 2025, you can give up to $19,000 to any one individual and...
