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Geoff Williams

Geoff Williams has been a regular contributor to U.S. News & World Report since 2013, covering a variety of personal finance topics, including saving and spending, household budgeting, tax-filing tips and income strategies.

For the past 20 years, Williams has specialized in personal finance and small business topics in his freelance career. His articles have appeared in CNNMoney, The Washington Post, Entrepreneur magazine, Forbes, The Cincinnati Post, and Business Trends and Insights from American Express. Williams is also the author of several books, including "Washed Away: How the Great Flood of 1913, America's Most Widespread Natural Disaster, Terrorized a Nation and Changed It Forever" and "C.C. Pyle's Amazing Foot Race: The True Story of the 1928 Coast-to-Coast Run Across America.” He also is the co-author of "Living Well with Bad Credit."

Williams lives in Loveland, Ohio, with his two teenage daughters and is a graduate of Indiana University.

Publications

  • usnews.com
    65 articles
  • aol.com
    22 articles
  • Forbes
    18 articles
  • msn.com
    18 articles
  • American Express Trends & Insights
    11 articles
  • usnews.com
    11 articles
  • Fox Business
    10 articles

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  • The Cost of In-Home Care
    20 Mar—U.S. News & World Report
    Getty Images If your parents or an older relative needs in-home care, and you’re worried about the cost, that’s understandable. There’s no sugarcoating it: elderly home health and personal care can be expensive. Several factors affect the cost of in-home care, including location and state regulations, the level of care your loved one needs and how often you will need to have someone visit the home. We’ll break down the expenses and what you’ll need to consider if you decide to spend money on...
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  • Senior Living and Tax Deductions
    4 Mar—U.S. News & World Report
    Getty Images Tax time is stressful for everyone, but there may be some good news for seniors receiving medical care in their homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing settings or other senior living community options. Whether you’re a senior citizen preparing your taxes and dreading a hefty tax bill or just looking for a way to receive a better refund, keep in mind that you may be able to reduce your taxes by taking deductions. Plenty of senior living expenses aren’t deductible, but...
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