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	Considering Assisted Living There are a variety of housing options available for older Iowans. Deciding on a facility that provides the services needed and desired can be a difficult process. By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans


	Housing: Rental Deposits Disputes over deposits are a frequent problem between landlords and tenants. Landlords can make a tenant pay up to two months’ rent as a deposit. This is in addition to a month’s rent in advance. Tenants need to take steps to be sure landlords return deposits after they move out. By: Iowa Legal Aid


	Pre-Need Funeral Arrangements - Pros and Cons There are many advantages to planning and paying for your funeral in advance. Iowa law has a number of provisions that protect consumers who make pre-need funeral arrangements. By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans


	Funeral Purchases - Protections Under The FTC Funeral Rule Your funeral may be one of the most expensive consumer purchases you or your family ever makes. To avoid overspending, it helps to understand your rights under the "Funeral Rule" enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (the "FTC"). By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans


	Property Tax Suspension for People Who Get SSI Many people with a disability own or are buying their homes. They may have a hard time paying their property taxes which become due each year. Under Iowa law, people who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or State Supplemental Assistance (SSA), or live in a health care facility, can get their property taxes suspended. By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans


	Rent Reimbursement and Property Tax Credits for Elderly and Disabled People Elderly or disabled Iowans may be able to receive financial benefits this year from one or more of three programs. By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans


	The Unemployment Insurance Program Unemployment insurance (sometimes called Job Service benefits) is a program that gives benefits to some workers who become unemployed. If the worker has not worked enough recently, he or she may not be insured and so not receive any benefits. By: Iowa Legal Aid Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Common Legal Terms (Separate Website) An online glossary of legal terms from A to W By: Iowa Judicial Branch


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