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Published 06/01/2008 - 7:27 p.m. CDT

Last month I had an eye-opening conversation with a gentleman about estate planning. From the very beginning, he told me that one of the goals he wanted to achieve — in fact, it was at the top of his list — was to avoid probate. Above all else, he wanted his property to go directly to his children, completely unmolested by the court or any blood-sucking attorneys.

Published 05/02/2008 - 10:04 a.m. CDT

(1) Outdoor cafes provide ring-side seats for people-watching on Lugano’s Piazza della Riforma.
Palm trees along Lugano’s lakeside promenade can be glimpsed from the Piazza della Riforma. People chat amiably in Italian as they browse the market stalls or sip cappuccino at the outdoor cafes. The sights and sounds might be those of the Italian Riviera, but this is Switzerland.     & nbsp;   &n bsp;   &nb sp;   Lugano’s Italianate environment surprises visitors who more often associate Switzerland with nations to the north and west, Germany and France. Yet, it is evidence that the history, traditions and climate as well as the language of Switzerland’s southerly neighbor also contribute to the country’s multi-faceted personality.
 
Published 06/01/2008 - 7:37 p.m. CDT

Dear Savvy Senior
What resources are available for researching charities? My husband and I recently received a nice inheritance from my mother and are interested in making a financial contribution but want to be sure the money is well spent. What can you tell us?
Choosy Givers

 
Published 05/02/2008 - 11:07 a.m. CDT

A medical study of elderly men and women over age 75 concludes what ballroom dance fans have always known - their favorite activity is great for health and happiness. The complexity and moving with the music lower the risk of dementia, the researchers say.
 
Published 05/02/2008 - 5:05 p.m. CDT

Dear Savvy Senior I’ve always thought it would be fun to spend some of my retirement years vacationing around the country in an RV. At age 58, my wife and I will soon be retiring and would like to investigate this option. What can you tell us? Ready to Roll   Dear Ready, The affordability, combined with the comfort, convenience and personal freedom it offers makes RV (recreational vehicle) travel irresistible to retirees, including a growing number of baby boomers. Here’s what you should know.
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