12 Jan Jan. 12, 2025

You’ve probably seen and heard lots of television and radio commercials hawking gold coins, gold bars and other real metals. They often use scare tactics as part of their sales pitch. One reader who said they’re nervous about the stock market asked if they should buy gold coins.

Another reader asked if the ANCHOR benefit will affect eligibility for Medicaid.

The state’s other big property tax break for seniors, the Senior Freeze, has income limits. One homeowner asked if a Roth conversion will impact their Senior Freeze eligibility.

See all that and more in this week’s eNewsletter.