Jason Erskine

By Kirk Larson

What is the Washington Small Business Retirement Marketplace?

Medicare: Keeping Us Healthy for 50 Years

The Washington State legislature recently passed a Senate Bill 5186 that increased the qualifying income from $35,000 annual gross income to $40,000 for the senior/disability property tax exemption starting in October, 2015. The income change is not retroactive, and will be applied to the 2016 property taxes and subsequent years.

With the latest in smart phones, tablets and wireless web access, staying connected has never been easier. The power of wireless computing and communications puts information and resources just a click away at home or at our favorite coffee shop.

AARP is joining the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the Hope Heart Institute and the Washington Dental Service Foundation in celebrating National Women’s Health Week. National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, and will be celebrated through Saturday, May 16, 2015.

Just days after Seattle welcomed scores of sci-fi, fantasy and comic fans of all ages to the sold out Emerald City Comicon, AARP Washington is playing host to another group of heroes – those dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of older Americans. The White House Conference on Aging is holding the third of five regional events on April 2 on the shores of Elliot Bay at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center.

What’s next for you? It’s just a small, four-word question, but asking it may lead you to some big realizations. With Life Reimagined, you can explore real possibilities for your future.

People who are physically active have a 45% lower risk of developing heart disease than sedentary people. Jumpstart your road to fitness by joining us for the free “SMART Goal Fitness Challenge.”

Con artists are targeting you and the people you care about. Learn how to fight back and spot the crooks before they spot you.