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Florida Estate Planning and…

Florida Estate Planning and Probate Law

Covers changes in Florida law in the area of estate planning, tax law and probate law. By Marc J. Soss.

http://blog.fl-estateplanning.com
  • May 22

    PLANNING TO AVOID THE KIDDIE TAX

    PLANNING TO AVOID THE KIDDIE TAX
    The increase in the Federal Estate Tax Exemption ($5,125,000 in 2013) and matching Federal Gift Tax Exemption have made the “kiddie tax” a radar issue for many families. The kiddie tax was enacted to prevent individuals from…
  • May 21

    MINNESOTA BECOMES STATE #12 TO APPROVE SAME-SEX MARRIAGE

    MINNESOTA BECOMES STATE #12 TO APPROVE SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
    Minnesota has become the twelth state to make same-sex marriage legal. Six months ago earlier same-sex marriage supporters had to mobilize to turn back a proposed constitutional amendment that would have banned gay marriage. Minnesota already…
  • May 16

    CONNECTICUT INHERITANCE TAX GENERATES RECORD REVENUE - THAT IS WHY WE LIVE IN FLORIDA

    CONNECTICUT INHERITANCE TAX GENERATES RECORD REVENUE - THAT IS WHY WE LIVE IN FLORIDA
    An unexpectedly huge collection of inheritance taxes in Connecticut, along with a spike in income tax revenue, helped turn a budget deficit into a surplus. The simple reason, "a lot of wealthy people died this year,'' said Connecticut…
Rank this Week: 767

Iowa Estate Plan

Iowa Estate Plan

Covers information and news on estate planning and probate from Iowa attorney Matthew Gardner.

http://www.iowaestateplan.com/
  • May 22

    Top Ten Questions About Iowa Probate

    Top Ten Questions About Iowa Probate
    The masses have demanded it, so finally, the top ten questions about the probate process in Iowa (hold your applause until the end):Can an out-of-state person be an executor? Yes, despite what many attorneys tell their clients.  However,…
  • Mar 12

    What is this "Probate Process" That You Speak of, Mr. Attorney?

    What is this "Probate Process" That You Speak of, Mr. Attorney?
    A popular blog post that I had on a different site in my pre-solo days dealt with an overview of the probate process in Iowa.  As it has been a few years since that post, and I'd like to have this post under this blog "roof", I'm going…
  • Feb 28

    Gardner Law Firm, P.C. - It's own webpage!

    Gardner Law Firm, P.C. - It's own webpage!
    Gardner Law Firm, P.C. has its fully completed website up and operational at this point.  Want to know more about me?  Now you can find out.  Thanks to LawPromo for their good work!
Rank this Week: 2051

The Elder & Disability Law Firm…

The Elder & Disability Law Firm Blog

Covers estate planning and elder law. By Esther Wang.

http://www.san-bernardino-elder-law.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Where to Keep Your Estate Planning Document

    Where to Keep Your Estate Planning Document
    It doesn’t matter how much time you spend or how much your estate plan cost you, if your family can’t find it when the time comes, it will cost them in the end. The first task for your family after you pass away is to locate your…
  • Mar 22

    How Veteran’s Aid Affects Your Existing Power of Attorney Appointment

    How Veteran’s Aid Affects Your Existing Power of Attorney Appointment
    If you have appointed a family member or friend to make important decisions on your behalf should you become ill, incapacitated, or unable to handle your own affairs, you need to understand how your Veteran’s Aid will affect…
  • Mar 4

    Estate Planning Resources: Improved Pension Benefit Program

    Estate Planning Resources: Improved Pension Benefit Program
    One common misconception is that you can only apply for the Improved Pension Benefit Program (IPB) if a veteran or a veteran’s spouse has a service-related injury; however this is not the case. If your loved one’s health is…
Rank this Week: 3796

Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof…

Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog

By Texas Tech University School of Law Professor Gerry W. Beyer.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/trusts_estates_prof/
  • May 22

    Tips on Avoiding Family Feuds During Estate Planning

    Tips on Avoiding Family Feuds During Estate Planning
    Due to the recent signing of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, now is the time to review your estate plan in order to mitigate tax exposure, especially if you are a high-net-worth individual or own a family business....
  • May 22

    Mother of Heavy D Dispels Rumors Concerning his Estate

    Mother of Heavy D Dispels Rumors Concerning his Estate
    In November of 2011, Dwight Myers, better known as rapper Heavy D, passed away at the age of 44. Reports have recently surfaced that Heavy D’s brother, Floyd Myers, has attempted to take control of Heavy D’s entire estate. But...
  • May 22

    Book on IRS Compliance Issues and IRA Trust Violation

    Book on IRS Compliance Issues and IRA Trust Violation
    Seymour Goldberg (CPA, MBA, JD) recently published a book entitled, IRA Guide to IRS Compliance Issues Including IRA Trust Violations, American Bar Association, (Apr. 2013). Provided below is a description of the book from the ABA Store’s…
Rank this Week: 10

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Covers Wisconsin estate planning, elder law, probate and trust administration, real estate law, business organization, and individual income tax preparation. By Tesar Law Group, S.C.

http://blog.tesarlaw.com/
  • May 22

    Is the Inheritance You Plan to Leave Behind “Fair” to Your Heirs?

    Is the Inheritance You Plan to Leave Behind “Fair” to Your Heirs?
    Proper planning and communication can ensure that your wishes will be followed and understood by your surviving loved ones.
  • May 20

    The Hoopla over HIPAA

    The Hoopla over HIPAA
    The HIPAA law is there to protect your medical information however it can create some difficulty for your loved ones to get that information when they are trying to help you. Be sure to have properly drafted directives to assist with avoiding…
  • May 17

    Prenups: Another Wedding “To-Do” Before the Big Day?

    Prenups: Another Wedding “To-Do” Before the Big Day?
    A properly prepared prenuptial agreement may help you fully understand the consequences of marriage when it comes to your assets, your wishes and your loved ones.
Rank this Week: 328

Givner & Kaye Blog

Givner & Kaye Blog

Covers estate and tax planning.

http://www.givnerkaye.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 476

Parman & Easterday Blog

Parman & Easterday Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://www.parmanlaw.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Afterlife Planning With New Google Tool

    Afterlife Planning With New Google Tool
    Do you pay bills online? How about banking, do you manage your bank accounts and brokerage accounts online? If you answer these questions in the affirmative you need to consider the digital portion of your estate plan. While it is important…
  • May 20

    When is Ancillary Probate Necessary?

    When is Ancillary Probate Necessary?
    Probate, the process that will be used to settle your affairs in your home state, becomes Ancillary Probate when you own property in more than one state. Ancillary, or secondary probate, raises the cost and time you will spend, since the…
  • May 17

    Reduce Taxable Estate With 529 Plan Contribution

    Reduce Taxable Estate With 529 Plan Contribution
    The value of your estate can be dramatically trimmed down by the federal estate tax. During the current calendar year the estate tax exclusion is $5.25 million, and the maximum rate of the tax is 40%. We have a gift tax in place as well. This…
Rank this Week: 337

Florida Probate Litigation…

Florida Probate Litigation Attorney Blog

Covers contested wills, estate planning, and trusts. By Robert C. Adamski.

http://www.floridaprobatelitigationlawyers.com/
  • May 22

    There is a trust for everything, even divorce

    There is a trust for everything, even divorce
    Trusts are all about controlled asset protection and distribution. They are useful tools in keeping assets away from creditors, reducing a taxable estate, providing restrictive spending for young adults and can even be useful in the event of…
  • May 20

    $590.5 million Powerball winner has reason for estate update

    $590.5 million Powerball winner has reason for estate update
    There is one individual in Florida who is going to need to revisit their estate plans, and it isn't because there is a problem. Who is this individual? We couldn't tell our readers even if we wanted to. The organizers...
  • May 17

    A good Florida estate plan includes contingencie

    A good Florida estate plan includes contingencie
    Why is that DIY wills are such a bad idea? Some of our readers in Florida may be wondering why a fill-in-the-blank will isn't good enough for even a simple estate. A simple estate plan for a simple estate is...
Rank this Week: 928

Texas Wills and Trusts Law Online

Texas Wills and Trusts Law Online

Covers issues relating to wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate in Texas. By Rania Combs.

http://www.texaswillsandtrustslaw.com
  • May 22

    Can Your Spouse Handle Your Financial Affairs?

    Can Your Spouse Handle Your Financial Affairs?
    Often in marriages, one spouse ends up handling most of the couple’s financial affairs. The division of responsibilities doesn’t always fall along gender lines. Typically, the individual who is most organized and financially savvy…
  • May 15

    In Memory of Jake

    In Memory of Jake
    My family experienced the full spectrum of emotions last week. We started the week celebrating my brother’s wedding, and ended it grieving the death of my father-in-law, Jake Combs, from a sudden and unexpected illness. Although Jake…
  • May 8

    You’ve Signed Your Estate Planning Documents — Now What?

    You’ve Signed Your Estate Planning Documents — Now What?
    Once you’ve signed your estate planning documents—your will, powers of attorney and other important paperwork—you’re more prepared than most Americans. However, you’re not out of the woods yet. You need to make…
Rank this Week: 1646

Western New York Elder Law Blog

Western New York Elder Law Blog

Covers New York estate planning, probate, elder law and health care issues. By Dutcher & Zatkowsky.

http://www.dutcher-zatkowsky.com
  • May 22

    Retirement Planning for Single Women

    Retirement Planning for Single Women
    Planning for retirement is important, especially for the many Americans who will retire unmarried. As a recent article points out, the segment who faces the greatest challenge in retirement is unmarried women. These women are anticipated to…
  • May 15

    Estate Planning is About More Than Just Taxe

    Estate Planning is About More Than Just Taxe
    With the new $5.125 million cap on lifetime and after-death transfers of wealth, many Americans who have not yet created an estate plan are breathing easy. However, as a recent article points out, there is much more to estate planning than…
  • May 8

    Planning Around Your Child’s Spouse

    Planning Around Your Child’s Spouse
    Sometimes, parents of married children feel uneasy about the prospect of their child’s spouse inheriting a portion of that estate. A recent article addresses this common concern. Parents should not be concerned about the spouses of…
Rank this Week: 1301

Utah Estate Planning

Utah Estate Planning

Covers estate planning, probate, trusts and wills in Utah. By Jason C. Hunter.

http://www.utahestateplanning.typepad.com/
  • May 22

    Remember to Take RMD from Inherited IRA

    Remember to Take RMD from Inherited IRA
    If you inherit the IRA of an individual who has a required distribution for the year, you – as the beneficiary – must take any remaining required minimum distribution (RMD). Not all assets are inherited in the same way. Take IRAs, for…
  • May 21

    When Having “The Talk,” Experts Advise Going to Mom First

    When Having “The Talk,” Experts Advise Going to Mom First
    Trying to find a way to ask your parents about the potentially sensitive topic of their finances? You might have better odds of getting the conversation going if you start with mom instead of dad. Have you had “the talk” with your senior…
  • May 20

    Recordkeeping Key When Caring for Senior Parent

    Recordkeeping Key When Caring for Senior Parent
    The biggest lesson? Contracts, invoices, and good record-keeping are as important with family or related parties as anywhere else. In fact, perhaps there’s a bigger reason for being scrupulous with family and related parties: to save…
Rank this Week: 126

CEB blog

CEB blog

Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.

http://blog.ceb.com
  • May 22

    Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

    Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview
    There are many subjects that require care when conducting a job interview. Immigration is definitely one of them. Given the increased awareness and sensitivity to immigration status issues, employers need to watch their questions. Although…
  • May 20

    Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

    Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal
    Trying a case is hard enough, but throughout trial you should also keep in the back of your mind the need to preserve the record for appeal. Why is it so important to pay attention to the record during trial? It all comes down to a major…
  • May 17

    Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment

    Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment
    Do you own a house with someone and don’t want to register as domestic partners, but you still want an exclusion from a change in ownership for property tax purposes when you die? Now you can. Here’s how it works. Under Rev &…
Rank this Week: 694

Idaho Estate Planning

Idaho Estate Planning

Covers estate planning, elder law, veterans benefits and special needs trusts. By Mark E. Wight.

http://idahoestateplanning.typepad.com/idaho_estate_planning/
  • May 22

    Bookkeeping Critical For Idahoans Caring For Parent

    Bookkeeping Critical For Idahoans Caring For Parent
    There was no contract, no invoice, and no evidence the family agreed to pay him anything. Sure, Anthony gave round-the-clock care. The family would have hired round-the-clock nurses if he hadn’t been there.
  • May 21

    Hospice in Idaho Still On Hold From Medicare

    Hospice in Idaho Still On Hold From Medicare
    "The effect is very negative for end-of-life care in the country. The way hospice is designed now may have worked fine 30 years ago, but it doesn’t work now and we need to think about alternatives."
  • May 20

    Inherited IRAs in Idaho Still Require RMD

    Inherited IRAs in Idaho Still Require RMD
    John and Sue were both 75 years old last year. They both took their RMDs for the year. John died early in December. Sue was his beneficiary. She rolled his IRA into her own IRA in January. The question was – “What is Sue’s RMD for this…
Rank this Week: 158

New York Estate Planning Lawyer…

New York Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers estate planning, estate administration and estate taxes. By Ettinger Law Firm.

http://www.newyorkestateplanninglawyerblog.com/
  • May 22

    May is "Leave a Legacy" Month

    May is "Leave a Legacy" Month
    Virtually every month now has multiple awareness labels attached to them as advocates for various causes seek to raise public support for different causes. For example, this month is known in some international circles as "Leave a Legacy"…
  • May 20

    Discriminatory Old University Trust May Be Modified

    Discriminatory Old University Trust May Be Modified
    Upon visiting an estate planning lawyer for the first time and learning about available options, many are surprised at the flexibility of different legal tools involved in the transfer of property. Far from simply doling out assets to…
  • May 16

    National Enquirer Inheritance Fortune Feud: Adult Son Arrested

    National Enquirer Inheritance Fortune Feud: Adult Son Arrested
    The New York Daily News reported this weekend on more developments in an estate feud case that we have previously touched on. It is yet another testament to the lengths that some are willing to go when significant sums of money are involved.…
Rank this Week: 1982

All About Estates

All About Estates

Covers estates, trusts, tax, litigation, guardianship and elder care.

http://www.allaboutestates.ca/
  • May 22

    Deceased Suffered from Schizophrenia, But Still Capable of Making a Will

    Deceased Suffered from Schizophrenia, But Still Capable of Making a Will
    A recent Manitoba case serves as a reminder that simply because a person suffers from a mental illness does not necessarily mean that she lacks the requisite capacity to make a will. Although Ann Ogilvie suffered from schizophrenia for more…
  • May 21

    principal residence exemption and excess land

    principal residence exemption and excess land
    Did you know there is a limit to how much land you can include in a principal residence exemption?
  • May 17

    The May Long Weekend

    The May Long Weekend
    So it’s officially here - the first long weekend of the season; the start of the cottage season. What does this mean? It’s the right time to start thinking about some of the considerations related to dealing with the family…
Rank this Week: 357

Potter Law Firm Blog

Potter Law Firm Blog

Covers estate planning and elder law.

http://www.potterestateplanning.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Are Your Beneficiaries Aware of Your Insurance Policies?

    Are Your Beneficiaries Aware of Your Insurance Policies?
    Life insurance is a big part of many estate plans. When you’re first starting out in life you need to have a vehicle of income replacement in place to provide resources for your family in the event of your death. As time goes on the…
  • May 17

    A Cautionary Estate Planning Tale

    A Cautionary Estate Planning Tale
    A recent news story about potential abuse of powers of attorney provides a cautionary tale for individuals involved in estate planning.  You can read the story here, but here are two important take-aways: 1) A Power of Attorney is an…
  • May 15

    Kentucky Court Ruling Puts Seniors on Notice

    Kentucky Court Ruling Puts Seniors on Notice
    Long-term care insurance can be a solution for many seniors. The cost of nursing home care can be stifling, and making payments out-of-pocket can erode the legacy that you have to leave behind to your loved ones. If you have appropriate…
Rank this Week: 3737

American Academy of Estate…

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Blog

Provides legal marketing and estate planning legal updates.

http://www.aaepa.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Same-Sex Marriage Update and Planning Opportunitie

    Same-Sex Marriage Update and Planning Opportunitie
    In this video blog, Associate Director of Education, Steve Hartnett, discusses same-sex marriage update and planning opportunities. This blog gives a brief update of the status of same-sex marriage as it expands to more states. It also…
  • May 20

    F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby and Estate Planning

    F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby and Estate Planning
    The new film The Great Gatsby, based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s enduring 1925 novel, provides an opportunity to ponder estate planning lessons through the author’s own life story. In his 1926 short story The Rich Boy, Fitzgerald…
  • May 17

    Premier Estate Planning Organization Celebrates 20 Years of Transforming the Legal Industry

    Premier Estate Planning Organization Celebrates 20 Years of Transforming the Legal Industry
    The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, a premier membership organization providing legal education and business support for attorneys nationwide, celebrates 20 years of revolutionizing the practice of law. The Academy’s…
Rank this Week: 713

Toronto Estate Law Blog

Toronto Estate Law Blog

Covers estate litigation, ethics, executors & trustees, succession planning and wills. Includes podcasts on estate and succession planning. By Hull & Hull.

http://estatelaw.hullandhull.com/
  • May 22

    Little Miss Muffet Listened to Buffet and Gave her Estate Away

    Little Miss Muffet Listened to Buffet and Gave her Estate Away
      In a recent article in the Globe & Mail, Thane Stenner dissects some helpful and balanced advice on issues related to estate planning by American businessman, investor and philanthropist, Warren Buffett. His advice is not of the…
  • May 21

    Don't Fear the Reaper - Songs for the Dying

    Don't Fear the Reaper - Songs for the Dying
    When practicing in the area of estates, we often only think of death in its legal context. We consider the Deceased’s assets, beneficiaries and claims made against the estate. What is often glossed over, however, is the actual…
  • May 17

    525,600 minute

    525,600 minute
    I recently attended the production of ‘Rent’ at the Lower Ossington Theatre.  The musical has been a favourite of mine for years.  I know the words to almost all of the songs, albeit if I have to sing them, it is fairly…
Rank this Week: 581

Cooper Elder Law

Cooper Elder Law

Covers Ohio estate planning, nursing home protection and qualifying for veterans benefits. By Thom L. Cooper Company, LPA.

http://cooperelderlaw.com/our-blog/
  • May 22

    The 2013 Capital Gains Tax Hikes – with an “s”

    The 2013 Capital Gains Tax Hikes – with an “s”
    By Attorney Dan Vu Due to the 2013 fiscal cliff deal, the capital gains tax rate has jumped up in more ways than one. If you file as a couple and earn over $450,000 – or if you file as a single and earn over $400,000 – the capital…
  • May 8

    Medicare and Nursing Homes: The End of the “Improvement” Standard

    Medicare and Nursing Homes: The End of the “Improvement” Standard
    By Attorney Liz Durnell In all of my time working with the elderly, one of the most discussed issues is “how long will Medicare pay for my nursing home?” The maximum amount of time that Medicare will pay for skilled nursing care…
  • May 7

    The Importance of Planning for Special Needs Familie

    The Importance of Planning for Special Needs Familie
    By: Attorney Nathan Simpson Growing up with a brother who is disabled, I know firsthand the importance of estate planning. The plans that my parents put in place now will have a significant impact on the quality of life for my brother after…
Rank this Week: 1457

North Carolina Estate Planning…

North Carolina Estate Planning Blog

Covers legal issues relating to wealth transfer, asset preservation, probate, and taxation. Published by Greg Herman-Giddens of Trust Counsel, P.A.

http://www.ncestateplanningblog.com/
  • May 22

    What Happens if Your Beneficiary Dies Before You Do?

    What Happens if Your Beneficiary Dies Before You Do?
    As you prepare your Will and estate plan, you will choose beneficiaries to receive your financial and personal assets. What happens if a beneficiary dies before you do? If you pass away before updating your Will to reflect the…
  • May 20

    Should an Estate Plan be Revised Before or After a Divorce?

    Should an Estate Plan be Revised Before or After a Divorce?
    We’ve written about the importance of updating your beneficiaries, but when you’re going through a divorce, should you update your estate plan while navigating separation or after the divorce is finalized? If you do not have an…
  • May 17

    Retirement Savings Change Based on Income Projection

    Retirement Savings Change Based on Income Projection
    The Boston College Center for Retirement Research released a study that involved over 15,000 employees who were offered projections of their retirement income based on potential voluntary contributions. The projections changed the way…
Rank this Week: 542

Davidov Law Group

Davidov Law Group

Covers new York elder law and estate planning.

http://www.davidovlaw.com/blog/
  • May 22

    $40 Million Estate Sits Unclaimed

    $40 Million Estate Sits Unclaimed
    Imagine the good that $40 million could do. If you had this kind of money you would be able to do amazing things for your family. Of course, there are people who don’t have any living family members. However, if someone has ever showed…
  • May 21

    Wealthy Families Can Benefit From Generation Skipping Trust

    Wealthy Families Can Benefit From Generation Skipping Trust
    With a generation-skipping trust you can keep more of your hard-earned resources in the family for a longer period of time. Why would there be any need to utilize an estate planning device like a generation-skipping trust to preserve your…
  • May 20

    Funding a Student’s College Education

    Funding a Student’s College Education
    Some people who are in a position to give life-changing amounts of money to their loved ones may take pause. If you were to give a young person a significant gift or inheritance he or she may see no reason to get an education and make an…
Rank this Week: 691

Duffy Law Office

Duffy Law Office

Covers estate planning and elder law in Iowa.

http://www.duffylawoffice.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Heirs Can Benefit From Tax-Free Roth IRA Growth

    Heirs Can Benefit From Tax-Free Roth IRA Growth
    Retirement planning can involve contributing money into an individual retirement account. With a traditional IRA you contribute money before paying taxes. You can deduct your contributions from your earnings when you are filing. There is a…
  • May 20

    Seniors, Dogs, and Estate Planning

    Seniors, Dogs, and Estate Planning
    Senior citizens face some emotional challenges as they lose loved ones over the years. Loneliness can decrease your quality of life, and it can even result in depression. The good news is that there is a ready friend available to you as a…
  • May 17

    Economic Debacle Impacted Boomer Inheritance

    Economic Debacle Impacted Boomer Inheritance
    The economic downturn that started in 2007 had some wide-ranging impact as we all know. However, one of the things that you may not think about is the effect that this debacle had on the inheritances that baby boomers will be receiving. From…
Rank this Week: 943

epilawg

epilawg

Provides insight for planning the resolution of your own story through thoughtful estate planning.

http://epilawg.com/
  • May 22

    Domestic Asset Protection Trust

    Domestic Asset Protection Trust
    Often, clients ask if there is way to shelter their assets from creditors. In Minnesota, the short answer is: no. However, in a handful of states, there is a trust that could allow for someone [...]Domestic Asset Protection Trusts is a post…
  • May 20

    5 Quick Tips for Trustees on Upholding Fiduciary Duties & Avoiding Conflict

    5 Quick Tips for Trustees on Upholding Fiduciary Duties & Avoiding Conflict
    Serving as a trustee is not to be taken lightly. This is because in the context of trusts and estates, a fiduciary relationship exists between the trustee (a/k/a fiduciary) who holds and keeps a property [...]5 Quick Tips for Trustees on…
  • May 14

    Frank Sinatra

    Frank Sinatra
    December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998 It has been 15 years since Ol’ Blue Eyes passed away at the age of 82. Frank Sinatra’s legacy lives on and needs little introduction. Famous for his [...]Frank Sinatra is a post from: Epilawg
Rank this Week: 1462

Deborah Sexton Law Office, P. A.…

Deborah Sexton Law Office, P. A. Blog

Covers estate planning and elder law.

http://www.arkansas-estateplanning.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Can a parent be halted by HIPAA?

    Can a parent be halted by HIPAA?
    Books?  Check.  Dorm? Check.  Tuition? Check.  Estate plan?  HIPAA?  What??? So your high school senior is headed off to college this fall. Congratulations!  Things are about to change.  Chances are,…
  • May 20

    It’s Time to Plan for Medical Emergencie

    It’s Time to Plan for Medical Emergencie
    It doesn’t matter what age you are, if you don’t have a medical emergency plan in place you’re putting yourself and your loved ones at risk. Medical emergencies require you to have the right legal documents in order –…
  • May 17

    Have You Planned for Expenses?

    Have You Planned for Expenses?
    While a lot of people take the time to create an estate plan, rarely do they consider all of the expenses associated with settling their estate. To help prevent expenses that reduce your loved ones’ inheritances, consider these tips for…
Rank this Week: 3734

The Law Office of Michael…

The Law Office of Michael Robinson, P.C.

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://www.mrobinsonlaw.com/blog/
  • May 22

    The Orphaned Estate of Roman Blum

    The Orphaned Estate of Roman Blum
    One of the benefits of creating an estate plan is that you get to determine who inherits your property after you die. If you don’t take this step your property might, like that of New York real estate developer Roman Blum, be inherited…
  • May 20

    Congratulations to Danielle Lenhard!

    Congratulations to Danielle Lenhard!
    Dani received her RN pin at her graduation ceremony this weekend.  We’re so proud of her!
  • May 20

    Don’t Worry About Expiring Will

    Don’t Worry About Expiring Will
    Taking the time to create an estate plan and all its important parts, such as a last will and testament or powers of attorney, is something that many people never do. But if you do get around to making a will, you don’t need to worry…
Rank this Week: 3739

Kansas & Missouri Estate Planning

Kansas & Missouri Estate Planning

Covers estate planning, elder law, asset protection, charitable giving, and business law. By Kyle E. Krull.

http://blog.kylekrull.com/kansas-missouri-estate-planning/
  • May 22

    Recordkeeping Key When Caring For Senior Parents In Overland Park, KS

    Recordkeeping Key When Caring For Senior Parents In Overland Park, KS
    Are you spending any time and money taking care of your parents in Overland Park or elsewhere? Do you intend to take any tax deductions for your assistance? If yes, then mind your recordkeeping or you may forego the deductions.
  • May 21

    When Having “The Talk,” Experts Advise Going To Mom First In Overland Park, KS

    When Having “The Talk,” Experts Advise Going To Mom First In Overland Park, KS
    When I was a wee lad, I always knew my mother was an easier "touch" than my father. Such is the nature of mother-child relationships. Question: Have you had “the talk” with your senior parents? You know, the one about their…
  • May 20

    Take RMD From Your Inherited IRA In Overland Park, KS

    Take RMD From Your Inherited IRA In Overland Park, KS
    Not all assets are inherited in the same way. Take IRAs, for example. When does the IRA of your deceased spouse become “yours,” what should you do with it, and what do you need to know to stay out of tax trouble?
Rank this Week: 1099

Nash Nash Bean & Ford, LLP Blog

Nash Nash Bean & Ford, LLP Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://www.nashbeanford.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Valuing Non-Cash Gifts Made During Your Lifetime

    Valuing Non-Cash Gifts Made During Your Lifetime
    For taxpayers who have a moderate to large estates, one estate planning tactic that is often used is to make gifts during the taxpayer’s lifetime in order to reduce the value of the estate at the time of death. Making lifetime gifts…
  • May 20

    Is a Personal Property Memorandum Right for Your Estate Plan?

    Is a Personal Property Memorandum Right for Your Estate Plan?
    A Last Will and Testament is the foundation of any estate plan.  Exactly what you choose to include in your Will, however, is a very individual decision. For some, a Will contains very explicit instructions and details while for others…
  • May 16

    Scheduling a Family Meeting to Discuss Your Estate Plan – Why It’s Important

    Scheduling a Family Meeting to Discuss Your Estate Plan – Why It’s Important
    Over half of all Americans have yet to create a thorough estate plan despite knowing how important one is. If you have taken the time to create one, you are to be commended; however, you still have one important step left to take –…
Rank this Week: 3716

Law Offices of Richard B.…

Law Offices of Richard B. Schneider, LLC Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://www.rbsllc.com/blog/
  • May 21

    Protecting Your Feline Friend – Why You Need a Pet Trust

    Protecting Your Feline Friend – Why You Need a Pet Trust
    If you are one of the 86 million Americans who own a cat, then you should consider including a pet trust in your estate plan. Cat lovers actually outnumber dog lovers in the United States, according to the Humane Society of the United States.…
  • May 19

    New York Resident Dies Intestate with $40 Million Estate

    New York Resident Dies Intestate with $40 Million Estate
    Roman Blum died last year at the ripe old age of 97. A New York developer, Blum made a fortune over the years developing on what was, at the time, the virgin ground of Staten Island. When Blum died, he was worth upwards of $40 million, yet he…
  • May 16

    What You Need to Know about Making Changes to a Trust

    What You Need to Know about Making Changes to a Trust
    Trusts were once used only by wealthy families who wanted to pass down the family fortune from generation to generation. Today though, trusts have evolved to the point where even someone with a modest estate can benefit from including a trust…
Rank this Week: 3749

Julie's Wills & Estate Planning…

Julie's Wills & Estate Planning Blog

Covers estate planning and probate. By Julie Garber.

http://wills.about.com/
Rank this Week: 995

California Probate and Estate…

California Probate and Estate Planning Blog

Covers California probate and estate planning including law changes, legal strategies, and detailed descriptions of the options available. By Meissner, Joseph & Palley, Inc.

http://www.californiaprobate.info/blog
  • May 21

    Getting your probate case approved in Court

    Getting your probate case approved in Court
    Introduction I was on a CourtCall today appearing live, though by telephone, in the Lake County probate Court.  As I waited my turn to speak to the Judge I thought about what everybody does while waiting for a probate Court ……
  • May 13

    What do I do when I receive a notice of proposed action?

    What do I do when I receive a notice of proposed action?
    You have received a notice of proposed action in a probate real estate sale… now what do you do?  You have options. Generally the notice says that you have until a date (15 days after the notice is mailed) by … Continue…
  • May 9

    Estate Planning second thought

    Estate Planning second thought
    A great article in Private Wealth magazine quotes yours truly!  It is an article about the people that made large gifts at the end of 2012 to take advantage of the $5.12m federal gift tax exemption. Did any of them … Continue…
Rank this Week: 1008

Edwards Elder Law, P.A. Blog

Edwards Elder Law, P.A. Blog

Covers assisted living, elder law, estate planning, and long term care.

http://www.edwardselderlaw.com/blog/
  • May 21

    Estate Planning and Beneficiary Designation

    Estate Planning and Beneficiary Designation
    When you put things like life insurance policies, IRA accounts, annuities and 401(k) accounts in place, you are asked if you would like to name a beneficiary. You can also put a beneficiary in place for things like checking or ……
  • May 7

    Estate Planning For Singles – Your Pet

    Estate Planning For Singles – Your Pet
    If you are single you may not have children, but you most likely have one or more pets that you cherish like family.  What would happen to your beloved pet if you unexpectedly died or became hospitalized?  Have you put ……
  • Apr 30

    Why Your Florida Durable Power of Attorney Should Be Updated Regularly

    Why Your Florida Durable Power of Attorney Should Be Updated Regularly
    Many times I have people come into my office having taken the proactive step of putting a durable power of attorney in place as part of their incapacity planning.  However, having put it in place, they checked it off their ……
Rank this Week: 808

Estate Law Canada

Estate Law Canada

Covers estate planning topics, trusts, probate, Enduring Powers of Attorney, health care directives, incapacity issues and elder law. By Lynne Butler.

http://estatelawcanada.blogspot.com/
  • May 21

    Can you do anything about being left out of your parent's will?

    Can you do anything about being left out of your parent's will?
    Most of the time, parents leave their estates to their children. When that doesn't happen, the child may take the news emotionally. Recently a reader wrote to me about this situation. Her note and my answer are below: "My husband's…
  • May 21

    Did you know there's a limit to how much land you can include in a principal residence exemption?

    Did you know there's a limit to how much land you can include in a principal residence exemption?
    In the attached article from www.allaboutestates.ca, Stephen Frye talks about the principal residence exemption from capital gains tax. As most of you may know, you can sell your home or leave it to someone in your will without you (or your…
  • May 20

    Second marriage? Have a financial date before you tie the knot

    Second marriage? Have a financial date before you tie the knot
    In this post, I want to talk about marriage. Specifically, re-marriage after you've been divorced or widowed. What does marriage have to do with estate planning, you may ask? The answer is: more than you might think. A person in a second or…
Rank this Week: 163

Palm Springs Tax and Trust Lawyers

Palm Springs Tax and Trust Lawyers

Covers estate tax and trust administration issues. By Sanger & Manes.

http://www.palmspringstaxandtrustlawyers.com/
Rank this Week: 1328

Marshall Elder & Estate Planning…

Marshall Elder & Estate Planning Blog

Covers Pennsylvania and national elder law and estate planning issues. By Jeffrey A. Marshall.

http://marshallelder.blogspot.com/
  • May 21

    Tips on Choosing a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

    Tips on Choosing a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
    Do you want to lower the amount you spend on prescription drugs? Then you need to know about “formularies” and “tiers.” What is Medicare Part D?If you are over 65 and retired you probably have drug coverage through…
  • May 13

    Inheritance can create problems for grandchild with special need

    Inheritance can create problems for grandchild with special need
    One blessing of aging is that it gives us the opportunity to get to know our grandchildren, and perhaps even our great-grandchildren. As we live through our 70s and 80s we can watch them grow into adulthood. We can develop special…
  • May 9

    Community Spouse Minimum Income Allowance to Increase to $1,939 on July 1, 2013

    Community Spouse Minimum Income Allowance to Increase to $1,939 on July 1, 2013
    If a married nursing home resident receives Medicaid long-term care benefits, his or her community spouse is entitled to retain a certain minimum level of income called the Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance (MMNA). If the community spouse's…
Rank this Week: 810

About Florida Law

About Florida Law

Covers Florida estate planning and condo laws. By Sackrin & Tolchinsky.

http://aboutfloridalaw.com
Rank this Week: 1068

New Jersey Lawyers Blog

New Jersey Lawyers Blog

Covers New Jersey business, labor and employment, estate planning and consumer law. By McLaughlin & Nardi, LLC.

http://www.newjerseylawyersblog.com/
  • May 21

    Elder Care Planning

    Elder Care Planning
    There are many things mature persons need to plan for. An often overlooked area which requires careful planning is potential long-term care. More than half of people sixty five and over will require some form of long-term care. The…
  • May 16

    The Value of a Buy-Sell Agreement

    The Value of a Buy-Sell Agreement
    Every owner of a closely held small business should have an up to date buy-sell agreement. A buy-sell agreement is a written agreement between business owners. The purpose of the agreement is to ensure that the current owners are…
  • Apr 19

    Accident Check List - Steps You Should Take Following a New Jersey Accident

    Accident Check List - Steps You Should Take Following a New Jersey Accident
    Everyone should do their best to avoid accidents that lead to injuries such as car, bus, motorcycle, or trucking accidents, a slip and fall accident, or a work related accident - but some accidents cannot be avoided. Once you get into an…
Rank this Week: 602

New Jersey Estate Planning Center…

New Jersey Estate Planning Center Blog

Covers New Jersey estate planning. By Media Law Group.

http://www.jerseyestateplanning.com/blog/
  • May 21

    Medina Law Group – A Resource to the BizBrain

    Medina Law Group – A Resource to the BizBrain
    Recently I’ve begun to serve as a resource to Karin Price Mueller, who writes the New Jersey state-wide column, Ask the Biz Brain. When appropriate, Karin reaches out to me to help answer estate planning, gift tax, elder law, and…
  • May 16

    The Limited Power of Attorney

    The Limited Power of Attorney
    One of the documents that helps to make up a proper estate plan is the power of attorney (“POA”). A POA is a document that authorizes a representative of your choosing to act on your behalf in private and business ……
  • May 9

    Estate Tax Exemption Revisited

    Estate Tax Exemption Revisited
    When President Barack Obama recently released his 2014 budget proposal, it was revealed that the estate tax exemption may not last as long as many had previously anticipated. According to a recent article, the proposed budget would not only…
Rank this Week: 1656

Asset Protection Law Journal

Asset Protection Law Journal

Covers asset protection laws. By Kenneth J. Laino.

http://www.assetprotectionlawjournal.com
  • May 21

    Trusts Require Flexibility

    Trusts Require Flexibility
    Asset protection planning (and estate planning) frequently involves the use of one or more trusts. Possibilities include an offshore trust, Domestic Asset Protection Trust, irrevocable life insurance trust and various other kinds of…
  • May 16

    Medical Malpractice Claim Can Take Both an Emotional and Financial Toll

    Medical Malpractice Claim Can Take Both an Emotional and Financial Toll
    In a post on February 8, 2012 I referred to an excellent article by Pauline W. Chen, M.D. She described how involvement in a medical malpractice action can negatively impact a physican’s way of practicing medicine. Dr. Chen…
  • May 6

    You Can Lose A Fortune If You Ignore Your Estate Planning

    You Can Lose A Fortune If You Ignore Your Estate Planning
    A fascinating article by Julie Satow in the April 28, Sunday New York Times describes a New Yorker whose entire $40 million estate will likely go to the government because he died without a will. This case is somewhat unique because…
Rank this Week: 1753

New York Probate & Estate…

New York Probate & Estate Litigation Blog

Covers probate news, procedures and resources. By Philip M. Bernstein.

http://www.nyprobatelitigation.com/
  • May 20

    Surrogate Refuses To Nullify Testator's Choice Of Fiduciary

    Surrogate Refuses To Nullify Testator's Choice Of Fiduciary
    The New York Law Journal has reported a decision of Nassau County Surrogate Edward McCarty III in the matter of the Will of Barboni, 2013-373014(April 25) which upheld the nomination of an executor whose two children both contested the…
  • May 12

    Summary Judgment Granted To Void Trust For Lack Of Capacity

    Summary Judgment Granted To Void Trust For Lack Of Capacity
    Richmond County Surrogate Robert J. Gigante has ruled that a trust executed by an 88 year old decedent 61 days before her death was void for lack of mental capacity in the Matter of the Estate of Muriel Donaldson reported at 956 NYS2d…
  • Apr 4

    Adjournment Of 1404 Examination Extends Time To File Objection

    Adjournment Of 1404 Examination Extends Time To File Objection
    The Supreme Court's Appellate Division has affirmed an order issued by Nassau County Surrogate Edward McCarty in the Matter of Palma A. Pascale 102 AD 3rd 796 which granted objectant's motion to compel production of certain documents…
Rank this Week: 678

San Diego Estate Planning Lawyer…

San Diego Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers estate planning topics such as conservatorship, guardianship, health care and advanced directive, living trusts, and probate. By Law Office of Scott D. Soady, A Professional Corporation

http://www.sandiegoestateplanninglawyerblog.com/
  • May 20

    Why Your Estate Planning Must Include Intellectual Property

    Why Your Estate Planning Must Include Intellectual Property
    If you're an author, musician, painter or anyone who engages in creative activity for profit, then your California estate planning should include disposition of any intellectual property rights attached to your works. While most copyrights,…
  • May 17

    Understanding the Legal Relationships in a Revocable Living Trust

    Understanding the Legal Relationships in a Revocable Living Trust
    A revocable living trust is a common estate planning device where a person, called a settlor, transfers his or her assets to a trustee, usually themselves. The settlor can amend or revoke the trust at any point during his or her lifetime. At…
  • May 11

    Who Can Access Your Social Media Accounts After Your Death?

    Who Can Access Your Social Media Accounts After Your Death?
    Traditionally, California estate planning addresses distribution of real and tangible personal property. But in the Internet age, intangible personal assets such as social media accounts are an essential part of many estates. Google, Facebook…
Rank this Week: 750

Simmons & Schiavo Blog

Simmons & Schiavo Blog

Covers estate planning and real estate law.

http://www.sslawoffices.com/category/all-posts/
  • May 20

    Roth 401(k) plans get a big boost in new law

    Roth 401(k) plans get a big boost in new law
    he new tax law that resolved the “fiscal cliff” issue in January allows employees with a 401(k) plan at work to roll over any or all of the assets in their current plan into a Roth 401(k) plan. This is a big change, and should at…
  • May 15

    Many estates can now save money by filing tax returns – even if they don’t have to

    Many estates can now save money by filing tax returns – even if they don’t have to
    A federal estate tax return doesn’t have to be filed every time someone dies. In fact, most estates never have to file one. However, a provision in the new “fiscal cliff” tax law may make it very advantageous to file an…
  • May 5

    Short-term rentals can sometimes lead to long-term neighbor problem

    Short-term rentals can sometimes lead to long-term neighbor problem
    The number of people who rent a home or condo while on vacation – instead of a hotel or motel room – is skyrocketing. This can be a great thing for a vacationer, who may get a lot more space and convenience at the same or lower…
Rank this Week: 939

The Law Office of Alexis B. Levitt…

The Law Office of Alexis B. Levitt Blog

Covers caregiver issues, estate planning, living at home and special needs trusts.

http://www.alexislevitt.com/blog/
  • May 20

    Department of Public Health Survey on Health Needs for People with Disabilitie

    Department of Public Health Survey on Health Needs for People with Disabilitie
    This landed in my inbox. It took about 5 minutes to fill it out. Due date is May 31. Here are the details: Help influence health care in Massachusetts! The Health and Disability Program, part of Office of Health Equity at the MA Department of…
  • Jan 9

    The Elderly & Special Needs Patients and the Fiscal Cliff

    The Elderly & Special Needs Patients and the Fiscal Cliff
    In all the fiscal cliff nonsense of the last few weeks, here are a few provisions that affect the elderly and the disabled: 1. Remember how doctors were being threatened with a 27% pay cut for their Medicare patients? That threat went away.…
  • Jan 3

    The Nursing Home Stopped Medicare Payments Because my Loved One Stopped Improving, but I Heard that’s Illegal

    The Nursing Home Stopped Medicare Payments Because my Loved One Stopped Improving, but I Heard that’s Illegal
    For many years, Medicare has stopped paying for therapies or skilled care once the patient stopped improving, or plateaud.  This is not what the regulations say, but somehow that became the practice across the country. In December, the…
Rank this Week: 2455

Law Office of Barton P. Levine

Law Office of Barton P. Levine

Covers New York estate planning, probate and wills.

http://www.new-york-estate-planning.com/blog/
  • May 20

    The Importance of Estate Planning for Women

    The Importance of Estate Planning for Women
    As recently as fifty years ago in the United States, men traditionally made all major decisions in a marriage. This included decisions regarding investments, expenditures and estate planning. Although this has certainly changed in more recent…
  • May 15

    Trusts — What If I Need to Change Something?

    Trusts — What If I Need to Change Something?
    Trusts were once considered to be only for those with extensive estate assets; however, those days are long gone. Today, even someone with a modest estate can potentially benefit from the inclusion of a trust in his or her estate plan. The…
  • May 13

    $40 Million Intestate Estate May Go to State of New York

    $40 Million Intestate Estate May Go to State of New York
    New York may receive an estate worth $40 million – the largest in New York history – if heirs to the estate are not located soon. The decedent’s story reminds all of us why estate planning is necessary. New York resident…
Rank this Week: 2862

Gay & Lesbian Legal Update

Gay & Lesbian Legal Update

Cover estate planning for gays and lesbians. By Kenneth Vercammen.

http://gaybilesbian.blogspot.com/
  • May 19

    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning- Free Seminar

    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning- Free Seminar
    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning- Free Seminar                                …
  • Mar 3

    How to Appeal Your New Jersey Property Taxes and Win

    How to Appeal Your New Jersey Property Taxes and Win
    How to Appeal Your New Jersey Property Taxes and WinFree Seminar for property owners in Edison, Woodbridge, North Brunswick, PiscatawayDunellenMiddlesexSouth PlainfieldMetuchenPerth AmboyCarteretHighland ParkNew BrunswickMilltownEast…
  • Jan 31

    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning Seminar material

    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning Seminar material
    2013 update Wills and Estate Planning Seminar materials by Kenneth Vercammen Co-Chair of Elder Law Committee ABA , plus tax portion by the Greenbaum Rowe Law Office Alert - An Overview of Key Provisions of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of…
Rank this Week: 1140

Rule of Law

Rule of Law

Covers British Columbia wills, trusts and estates law, elder law and estate litigation. By Stan Rule.

http://rulelaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 18

    Beneficiary Designations of Benefit Plans Under the New Wills, Estates and Succession Act

    Beneficiary Designations of Benefit Plans Under the New Wills, Estates and Succession Act
    The new Wills, Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”), which will come into force on March 31, 2014, brings much of British Columbia’s legislation related to succession under one Act. Although much of WESA deals specifically…
  • May 11

    Cost Award in Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman

    Cost Award in Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman
    I wrote an earlier post about the case Hsia v. Yen-Zimmerman, in which Mr. Justice Barrow upheld the validity of Chester Hun’s will, which had been challenged by two of his grandchildren. They had alleged that it had not been signed in…
  • May 8

    Small Estate Provisions of Wills, Estates and Succession Act Not Coming Into Force

    Small Estate Provisions of Wills, Estates and Succession Act Not Coming Into Force
    As I have written previously, British Columbia’s new Wills, Estates and Succession Act will come into force on March 31, 2014. This legislation overhauls B.C.’s succession laws.But the provisions allowing for a simplified…
Rank this Week: 965