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Jumbo Reverse Mortgages Are Increasingly Available for High-Value Homes

Seniors with pricier homes now have an increased ability to get a jumbo reverse mortgage in order to raise cash for retirement. As the housing market has improved- jumbo reverse…

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Six Things to Consider Before Making Gifts to Grandchildren

Grandparents often are particularly generous to grandchildren as they see their family’s legacy continuing on to a new generation. In many cases- grandparents feel they have ample resources and their…

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The Ins and Outs of Estate Sales

Following the death of a family member, you may find yourself needing to sort through many possessions accumulated over the deceased’s lifetime. An estate sale is one way to distribute…

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First Round Knock Out in Federal Court

When a financial institution is sued in federal court, the first question is usually:  “How quickly can we get this case thrown out?”  One of the most effective mechanisms for…

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How the $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill Aids Seniors

President Biden has signed the latest COVID-19 relief bill, which in addition to authorizing stimulus checks, funding vaccine distribution, and extending unemployment benefits, also provides assistance to seniors in a…

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Civil Litigators: Are You Ready for Appeals of Right?

On January 1, 2022, appeals of right came to Virginia. This change transforms not just appellate practice, but litigation as a whole in Virginia’s courts. In this crash course for…

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23 ThompsonMcMullan Attorneys named in 2014 Legal Elite

Virginia Business Magazine publishes an annual list of “Legal Elite” every year, and we are pleased to announce that 23 ThompsonMcMullan attorneys made the list. Nominations were open to all…

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Tailoring a Will and Power of Attorney for Multiple States

If you own property — whether houses- bank accounts- or vehicles — in more than one state- do you need estate planning documents for each state? The answer is probably…

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Movement Grows to Add Dental Coverage to Medicare

Medicare does not offer much in the way of dental benefits. To get dental coverage, you need to purchase separate and often costly dental insurance or sign up for a…

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Maximizing Social Security Survivor’s Benefits

Social Security survivor’s benefits provide a safety net to widows and widowers. But to get the most out of the benefit- you need to know the right time to claim….