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Understanding what a protected person is for aged care purposes can mean the difference in thousands of dollars in aged care fees each year. It can also help you determine whether it is better to keep or sell the family home. This article explores how a protected...

The aged care family home exemption rules allow your former home to be exempt from aged care assessment, provided that certain conditions are met. Understanding how the home exemption rule applies can not only reduce aged care fees, but also help you decide whether...

When calculating fees for aged care, it’s important to understand whether or not the family home is counted as an asset for Aged Care fee assessment purposes. In some cases it is and in some it isn’t. In fact, when moving into care, assessment of the home should also...

Aged care costs can be expensive. And, you’ve been told that the only way to cover those costs is to sell the family home. But what if you don’t want to sell the home? Are there other options? In this article I'll show you exactly how to avoid selling your home to pay...

Moving a loved one into an aged care facility can be difficult for you and them. Your loved one may feel like they’re losing their independence or experiencing a hard time adjusting to the new environment. For some, they may reject the whole idea of moving into an...

For most retirees looking to downsize or needing assisted care, their go-to choice is a nursing home. Many people aren't aware that many aged care alternatives are available today. These alternatives offer a sense of community and much-needed care and assistance. ...