National Parents Day is a time to recognize the love, sacrifices, and support our parents have given us throughout their lives. It’s a day to honor their commitment and reflect on how we can give back to those who have…
Multigenerational estate and retirement planning is more than a personal task—it’s a family commitment. By planning together, families can ensure financial stability, reduce misunderstandings, and build a legacy that supports everyone from grandparents to grandchildren. Involving multiple generations prevents confusion,…
This originally aired on the Catholic Faith Network’s show CFN Live: https://youtu.be/dc8XFfQBgK8 By choice or by circumstance, there is a new breed of older people in this country. They are referred to “solo agers” and there are approximately 13 million…
Watch “In The Legal Know” with Vincent J. Russo Vincent appeared on CFN Live on March 13th, 2025 to discuss“Solo Agers: Overcoming the Challenges” https://youtu.be/dc8XFfQBgK8 Vincent J. Russo shares his insights on solo agers, how to address their needs and…
As the population ages, the number of people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continues to rise. In turn, families increasingly find themselves providing unpaid care to loved ones with cognitive impairments. This caregiving role, though essential,…
If you are looking for a nursing home for yourself or a loved one, you want to choose a good facility. But how do you determine which facility is a good facility? Though “good” can be hard to define, some…
Watch “In The Legal Know” with Vincent J. Russo Vincent appeared on CFN Live on January 15th, 2025 to discuss“Your “Get Smart” Plan for 2025” https://youtu.be/Gy2voM7N9Ms Vincent J. Russo shares his “Get Smart Plan for 2025” including the right estate…
This originally aired on the Catholic Faith Network’s show CFN Live: https://youtu.be/Gy2voM7N9Ms Get Smart Even Maxwell Smart of secret agent fame knew it was all about CONTROL. You want to have control over your life. You want to have control…
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