
Kate Ashford
Certified senior advisor and personal finance Nerd who advised on assisted living costs, payment models (monthly vs buy-in/CCRCs), Medicaid basics, and planning for long-term care.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 45min
Long-Term Care Costs: Medicaid vs Private Pay, Plus Talking Money While Dating
Kate Ashford, a certified senior advisor who explains assisted living costs and payment models. Sara Rathner, a NerdWallet credit card writer who breaks down money dealbreakers and how to talk finances while dating. They discuss spotting financial red flags, rebuilding trust after financial infidelity, assisted living vs buy-in CCRCs, Medicaid basics, and practical planning moves for elder care.


