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Information about all aspects of finances affected by a serious health condition. Includes income sources such as work, investments, and private and government disability programs, and expenses such as medical bills, and how to deal with financial problems.
Information about all aspects of health care from choosing a doctor and treatment, staying safe in a hospital, to end of life care. Includes how to obtain, choose and maximize health insurance policies.
Answers to your practical questions such as how to travel safely despite your health condition, how to avoid getting infected by a pet, and what to say or not say to an insurance company.

It may be possible to obtain cash from personal assets by using them as collateral to secure repayment of a loan. You get money when you need it and get to keep the asset. For instance, you can borrow money against the following items:

  • Certificates of Deposit and Other Term Bank Accounts. For information, click here.
  • Stocks and Bonds. For information, click here.
  • Personal Property such as jewelry, antiques or collectibles. For information, click here.
  • Cars and Trucks

The lender will always limit a loan to less than the current value of an asset. It's the only way the lender can assure that if you don't pay, a sale of the asset will repay the loan plus interest and costs.

NOTE: Real estate can also be used to secure a loan. To learn more, click here.