# Legal & Financial Planning

As a financial caregiver, it's important to understand what legal documents you should have in place in order to help your loved one, and how to plan for their financial future.

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 **What to Know About Tax Deadlines for 2025**  
 **How to Prepare Financially for Emergencies**  
 **Common Home Title Problems and How to Fix Them**  
 **How to Check Out a Charity Before You Donate**  
 **Guide to Maintaining Financial Independence as You Age**  
 **Is It Safe to Store Money in Venmo, Cash App or Other Payment Apps?**  
 **What to Know About Medical Debt Collection**  
 **The Safest Ways to Transfer Money**  
 **What If I Owe Taxes and Can’t Pay?**  
 **Why You Need to Update Your Beneficiaries**  
 **What Happens if You Die Without a Will**  
 **Long-Term Care Benefits for Veterans and Spouses**  
 **How to Prevent Power of Attorney Abuse**