'American Pickers' Frank Fritz Lives in Modest Home under Guardianship after He & Ex-fiancée Sold Their House

By Gaone Pule

Frank Fritz's life has no longer been the same since he and his former fiancee parted ways. He has since lost his TV hosting gig and is now ill.

"American Pickers" star Frank Fritz lives a challenging new life under conservatorship following a debilitating stroke. Per The Sun, Fritz suffered a stroke on July 14, 2022, and got hospitalized. He was then released to a nursing facility. 

Fritz's "longtime friend" filed an emergency appointment to be his temporary guardian and conservator on August 18, 2022, which an Iowa court approved.

While Fritz's pal was appointed as his guardian, a bank was chosen as a conservator to oversee his finances. The financial institution is responsible for paying for the TV host's care in the residential facility and his daily expenses.

The conservator also ensures federal and state income tax compliance and distributes funds for clothing and haircare. In addition, the bank also makes sure that Fritz's check account does not exceed $2,000, as he is allowed to write checks independently of the conservator. 

Meanwhile, his friend assists him in making decisions since he suffered a stroke and is required to file an "initial care plan." It includes living arrangements, his current residence, health care status, health needs, social activities, and communication between his family and love interests.

The guardian is also required to file an annual report. After Fritz's release from the hospital following a month's stay, documents stated that the stroke left him debilitated.

As a result, he became incapable of making decisions that involved his "safety" and "necessities or medical care without which physical or illness may occur."

The Iowa native's condition is so severe that he cannot make informed decisions concerning his finances. An exhibit from a doctor mentioned in the court papers states that he "does not have decisional capacity." The legal document further revealed that it is necessary to make decisions on Fritz's behalf as "he continues to recover." (Continue reading)

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'American Pickers' Frank Fritz Lives in Modest Home under Guardianship after He & Ex-fiancée Sold Their House