Autumn Years Summer 2024

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22 FINANCIAL PLANNING 22 A Midyear Check-in with Your Financial Advisor By Timothy M. Duncan, JD, AIF® Midyear is a good time to evaluate your financial situation; here’s a list that can help you assess your progress, make necessary adjustments and ensure that you are on track to achieve your goals 24 How to Prepare Your Home for Sale By E. Scott Miller and Deirdre “DeeDee” Butwin If you are a long time owner planning to sell your residence, these tips will help make your home stand out from the competition and attract more offers 26 Probate Issues Are Reduced by Proper Estate Planning By Nicholas Stratton Learn what probate involves and how it can be circumvented by using some popular alternatives 60 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS 60 Thinking of Getting an Outdoor TV? Tips to Help You Make a Good Choice By Felicia Halpert & Costa Rodis Some practical advice if you are planning to set up a TV in your backyard this summer to watch your favorite baseball team or stream your favorite movies A collection of apps to help you find some new activities in your area that you and your family may enjoy this summer 64 BEST BETS 64 Staying Cool during the Summer By Dan Gallagher Here are several simple measures you can take to cool your home if you don’t have AC or want to limit its use for practical, health or environmental reasons 62 What’s Up with Apps By Luke Yeagley

6 IN MY WORDS Yes, There Is Life after Grief: Honoring My Late Husband By Mary Lou Falcone 9 COUNTY CALENDAR A selection of activities available in Bergen County and its neighbors 12 HEALTH & WELFARE 12 Fit for Life My Get-Up-and-Go Got Up and Left ! By Roger Anthony The loss of stamina is a natural part of aging, but there are steps that can be taken to mitigate its impact; read what some of them are Salads with a mix of carbohydrates, proteins and fats will keep the body full and satisfied during the summer months so why not make them the star of your meal rather than a side dish 16 What Is Atrial Fibrillation and How Is It Treated? By Suneet Mittal, MD Here are answers to these two questions about a growing cardiac concern worldwide and details about the availability of a treatment using the latest technology Read about positive psychology, one of the newest branches in the field of mental health that emphasizes uncovering people’s positive qualities to help them navigate life’s difficult moments 20 3D Printing Transforms Joint Replacement Surgery By Robin Frank Find out about 3D printers that are now creating custom-made joint replacements with a high degree of precision and speed when a standard “off the shelf” implant won’t work 14 Food for Thought Don’t Underestimate a Summer Salad By Stephanie Sass, RD PhD 18 Are We Good Enough? By Ruth A. Levy, PhD, LMFT

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AUTUMN YEARS I SUMMER 2024