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San Jose Estate Planning Attorney Blog

Covers estate taxes, gift taxes, and estate planning. By Raymond Sheffield.

http://www.sanjoseestateplanningattorneyblog.com/

Feb 22
8 ASSETS THAT AVOID PROBATE

8 ASSETS THAT AVOID PROBATE

Avoiding Probate is often a key goal for clients in their estate planning. This article will give you eight examples of property that passes directly to your beneficiaries without the need for probate. 1. Property Passing Outright to…
Feb 14
5 TIPS FOR MAKING INTRAFAMILY LOANS

5 TIPS FOR MAKING INTRAFAMILY LOANS

One of the best strategies for clients with wealth is to find ways to maximize the value and economic efficiency of that weath in a way that benefits the family without increasing the tax impact on the client's estate. An intrafamily loan…
Feb 1
USE POWERS OF APPOINTMENT TO CREATE FLEXIBILITY

USE POWERS OF APPOINTMENT TO CREATE FLEXIBILITY

A power of appointment can be an effective estate planning technique, facilitating how your property may ultimately pass to your heirs. There are two types of powers of appointment: general & limited. Both of these powers are the same with…

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My Road Ahead

Provide stories and resources to those trying to settle an estate. By Knowtification.com.

http://knowtification.wordpress.com/

Oct 12
An Estate Tool to Make Life Easier…read!

An Estate Tool to Make Life Easier…read!

Losing a loved one is one of the most traumatic experiences a family will endure. It’s tough enough to handle the onslaught of emotions it ignites, let alone negotiate the complex maze of practical, legal and financial issues that families…
Sep 29
Using Legal Services to Prevent Blisters…Not to Cure Them

Using Legal Services to Prevent Blisters…Not to Cure Them

Before taking a few long runs along South Florida’s coastline a few weeks ago, I went shopping for products that would enhance my running experiences. I considered purchasing energy gels, new shoes, and mp3s for my iPod. While shopping at…
Sep 14
Because some people just don’t plan

Because some people just don’t plan

One common theme that I frequently come across is that people are just plain busy all the time. They have so many things pulling them in so many different directions. The mere thought of spending ANY money involves a long decision process…

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Illinois Estate Planning &…

Illinois Estate Planning & Elder Law Blog

Covers Illinois estate planning, real estate and trusts. By Wilson & Wilson.

http://www.illinoisestateplanningandelderlawblog.com/

May 18
Illinois Tenancy by the Entirety

Illinois Tenancy by the Entirety

If you live in Illinois, you are married and you own your home, it is worth becoming familiar with the meaning of holding title to your home in the form of a tenancy by the entirety. A tenancy by the entirety differs in several important…
May 8
Estate Planning for Fido

Estate Planning for Fido

Few dogs are lucky enough to be left $12 million by their owners like Leona Hemsley’s Maltese named Trouble. But this doesn’t mean that your pet can’t be provided for when you consider how you want your possessions to be…
May 4
Unrelated Estate Administrator

Unrelated Estate Administrator

An Illinois decision makes it clear that an individual unrelated to the person who died (the decedent), may be appointed by the court to serve as administrator of the estate. In re Estate of Gage involves a man with three children, whose…

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Law Office of Barton P. Levine

Covers New York estate planning, probate and wills.

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

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…
Mar 23
Taking Against a Will

Taking Against a Will

Most of us assume that once we execute a Last Will and Testament that the document controls everything relating to the disposal of estate property after death. While your Will certainly is the foundation of an estate plan, there are…

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Hippo Fleming & Pertile Blog

Covers estate planning in Pennsylvania.

http://www.hippofleming-ep.com/blog/

May 8
Where Do You Keep Your Estate Planning Documents?

Where Do You Keep Your Estate Planning Documents?

If you spend all of the time and money that it takes to create an estate plan you need to keep it safe. When family members cannot locate an estate plan, it can cause problems for your family that your estate plan was meant to solve. For some…
May 7
How failure to change beneficiary designations can upend your estate plan

How failure to change beneficiary designations can upend your estate plan

With the high percentage of people in this country who fail to make a will, those who do are often proud of the fact that they have set their affairs in order. But many issues are not resolved within the four corners of a will.…
May 1
Things to Know About Medicaid in 2013

Things to Know About Medicaid in 2013

There are some changes to the program dollar limits that are relevant to people who are engaged in Medicaid planning. We would like to point out three things that you should know now that we are working with the adjusted figures for 2013.…

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Michigan Asset Protection Lawyer…

Michigan Asset Protection Lawyer Blog

Covers asseet protection planning and issues. By Weisman, Young & Ruemenapp.

http://www.michiganassetprotectionlawyerblog.com/

May 8
Possible Defense to Spouse's Guaranty

Possible Defense to Spouse's Guaranty

In the world of commercial finance, it is not unusual to encounter a lender who automatically seeks the guaranty of the applicant's spouse. If a default subsequently ensues, the lender will pursue the guarantor spouse for payment of the…
Feb 22
Owning your Residence in an LLC - Pros and Con

Owning your Residence in an LLC - Pros and Con

In the world of asset protection planning there are times when it is advantageous to hold a personal residence in a limited liability company. Generally, such a situation would be applicable where there is a client who wishes to protect a…
Feb 7
Asset Protection Lawyers Too Frequently and Unnecessarily Refuse Representation of Clients with Existing Claim

Asset Protection Lawyers Too Frequently and Unnecessarily Refuse Representation of Clients with Existing Claim

As an asset protection planning attorney with many years of experience, I am frequently asked to speak at seminars on the topic. In these lectures, I spend a fair amount of time discussing ethical issues and the risks to the lawyer of…

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Wealth Law Blog

Covers building, protecting and distributing wealth. By Samuels Yoelin Kantor Seymour & Spinrad LLP.

http://www.wealthlawblog.com/

May 8
TEAM SYK VOLUNTEERS AT OREGON FOOD BANK

TEAM SYK VOLUNTEERS AT OREGON FOOD BANK

Each year, corporate groups volunteer their time to collect, pack and process millions of pounds of food for the Oregon Food Bank (OFB) — and recently, our team of attorneys,staff, and friends did their part to support this…
Apr 29
Inactive Account Manager = The New Dead

Inactive Account Manager = The New Dead

With the belated acknowledgment that even technology users will die, Google launched its new Inactive Account Manager, allowing those its customers designate as "trusted contacts" to retrieve online information after a certain amount of time…
Apr 11
Your Parents Can Sue You for Not Visiting?!?

Your Parents Can Sue You for Not Visiting?!?

In an interesting effort to address the growing numbers of an aging population, China created a new law that requires children to visit their parents. One can only guess the bitter lawsuits to follow when Dear Old Mom doesn't get the…

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Florida Asset Protection &…

Florida Asset Protection & Estate Planning

Covers asset protection and estate planning. By C. Randolph Coleman.

http://blog.thecolemanlawfirm.net

May 3
Income Tax Planning - Now of More Concern Than The Estate Tax

Income Tax Planning - Now of More Concern Than The Estate Tax

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Apr 16
Why Estate Planning Is Still Important

Why Estate Planning Is Still Important

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Apr 4
Famous Probate Case - Atypically Typical

Famous Probate Case - Atypically Typical

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The Blog

Features estate planning and elder law news. By Moynihan Lyons PC.

http://moynihanlyons.com/estate-administration/trust-administration/blog/

Apr 12
Does My Estate Plan Need to Be Updated?

Does My Estate Plan Need to Be Updated?

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Feb 5
Estate Planning Needs of Seniors, Part 2

Estate Planning Needs of Seniors, Part 2

While disability planning, retirement planning, and special needs planning can be ‘top of mind’ issues for boomers or older seniors, there are two additional essential estate planning needs that are not directly tied to the…
Dec 11
VA Aid and Attendance Rates for 2013

VA Aid and Attendance Rates for 2013

The maximum amount that a Veteran or Surviving Spouse who is eligible for Aid & Attendance will receive a 1.7% cost of living increase in 2013. Here are the new rates: Max. Annual Max. Monthly Pension Rate Pension Rate Status…

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John Rogers Burk

Covers estate planning and elder law in California.

http://www.roseville-estate-planning.com/blog/

Feb 14
Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Roger is attending the GNEX Timeshare Conference in Beverly Hills this week. The opening talk was by Howard Nusbaum, President of ARDA, The American Resort Development Association. Among other things, Howard pointed out that…
Feb 14
Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Roger is attending the GNEX Timeshare Conference in Beverly Hills this week. The opening talk was by Howard Nusbaum, President of ARDA, The American Resort Development Association. Among other things, Howard pointed out that…
Feb 14
Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Why Timeshares are Valuable for our Economy

Roger is attending the GNEX Timeshare Conference in Beverly Hills this week. The opening talk was by Howard Nusbaum, President of ARDA, The American Resort Development Association. Among other things, Howard pointed out that…

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New York Guardian Law

Covers the guardianship process and life as a guardian. By the Law Office of Daniel A. Jimenez P.C.

http://nyguardian.blogspot.com/

Jan 9
Estate Planning Essentials for New Parents (or Responsibility in Six Not So Difficult Steps)

Estate Planning Essentials for New Parents (or Responsibility in Six Not So Difficult Steps)

I have had the opportunity to meet with many new parents to discuss what steps they need to take in order to make sure their loved ones are provided for should the unexpected occur. The trust that these individuals have placed in my…
Dec 3
Calls for increased monitoring of Article 81 guardian

Calls for increased monitoring of Article 81 guardian

Today the New York Law Journal has an article relating to a clinic run by the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and the recommendations it has put forward regarding monitoring and standardization of Article 81 guardianship practice. I am…
Sep 19
Who inherits the intangible iTunes library? or my World of Warcraft avatar?

Who inherits the intangible iTunes library? or my World of Warcraft avatar?

A friend of mine just pointed out a very interesting article on Marketwatch, who inherits your itunes library, which deals with the new reality of music and book ownership.

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West Michigan Estate Planning…

West Michigan Estate Planning Center

By Cottrell & Jacobs PLC.

http://www.westmichiganestateplanningcenter.com/

Nov 12
ALERT: 2013 Estate Tax Change

ALERT: 2013 Estate Tax Change

As households around the country wind up the Christmas lights, purchase New Year's Eve noisemakers, and pop the cork on a bottle of champagne, you can bet that the beneficiaries of those with modest-sized estates will be toasting to the long…
Sep 20
Michigan enacts new laws for Durable Powers of Attorney

Michigan enacts new laws for Durable Powers of Attorney

On May 23, 2012, the Governor of Michigan signed Enrolled Senate Bill 92 (PA 2012, No. 141) yesterday, which deals with new requirements for durable powers of attorney for finances. The law lists new requirements for Durable Powers of…
Aug 20
What is your estate planning IQ?

What is your estate planning IQ?

Unfortunately, most Americans don't worry about estate planning until it is too late. Estate planning is a term that encompasses many things from Wills and trusts to disability and business succession planning. Take the short test below to…

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Unique Estate Law Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning.

http://uniqueestatelaw.com/lawyer/blog/Unique_Estate_Law_Blog.htm

Nov 5
Minnesota Transfer on Death Deed, Part 4:Can You Cancel a Transfer on Death Deed After It's Filed?

Minnesota Transfer on Death Deed, Part 4:Can You Cancel a Transfer on Death Deed After It's Filed?
Oct 31
Tax Saving Plan: Year End Gift

Tax Saving Plan: Year End Gift

Year End Gifts If you’re like most people, you want to make sure you and your loved ones pay the least amount of tax possible. Many use year-end gift giving as a way to transfer wealth to younger generations and also reduce the overall…
Oct 29
Minnesota Transfer on Death Deed, Part 3: How Do You Get One?

Minnesota Transfer on Death Deed, Part 3: How Do You Get One?

Twin Cities Estate Planning Attorney Explains the Steps Necessary to Use a Minnesota Transfer on Death Deed If you are a property owner and wish to use a transfer on death deed (“TODD”) to transfer that property without the hassle of…

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Family Wealth Blog

Covers elder law, estate planning and family law. By Crider Law P.C.

http://www.criderlaw.net/family-wealth-blog

Aug 23
5 Estate Plannning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off

5 Estate Plannning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off

Download PDF of this article here: 5 Estate Planning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off
Aug 15
Do You Need An Estate Plan?

Do You Need An Estate Plan?

Download PDF of this article here:Do You Need An Estate Plan? On of the frequently asked questions I get is “Do I need an estate plan?” The answer is: Yes!
Aug 8
An Estate Plan: Do You Need One?

An Estate Plan: Do You Need One?

On of the frequently asked questions I get is “Do I need an estate plan?” The answer is: Yes!

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Cut Your Tax

Provides tax tips and tax planning advice. By Hedeker & Perrelli, Ltd.

http://www.cutyourtax.com/news-and-blog/

May 30
Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC

Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC

If you own a single member LLC and owe personal back taxes, there are certain ways the IRS can and cannot leverage your business assets to secure the money.
May 15
Inherited IRAs Demystified

Inherited IRAs Demystified

Since IRAs have become a popular retirement tool, it was only a matter of time before inherited IRAs become a common place. When the owner of an IRA passes away, the named beneficiary inherits the account. Inherited IRAs have restrictions and…
May 1
Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement

Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement

If you're in or near retirement, chances are you've already heard that you can use Roth IRA income as a key tool in funding your retirement. That’s because, while money going into a Roth IRA is taxed, all earnings are tax-free, as long as…

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Atlanta Estate Planning Lawyer

Covers taxation of income, estates, gifts and trusts. By Gary L. Britt.

http://www.atlantaestateplanninglawyer.info/

Feb 4
Lawyers And Business Appraisal Service

Lawyers And Business Appraisal Service

Lawyers involved in estate planning, businesses litigation, asset protection, and family law often find themselves in need of expert advice and expert testimony regarding the value of various types of property and business ownership…
Nov 24
Even The Undead Vampires Of Twilight, Vampire Diaries, And True Blood Need Estate Planning

Even The Undead Vampires Of Twilight, Vampire Diaries, And True Blood Need Estate Planning

With Twilight New Moon and all the other vampire movies and TV shows like Vampire Diaries and True Blood so popular these days a question naturally arises:Do vampires need to do estate planning (assuming they are undead in the USA)??One could…
Nov 17
Valuation Discounts For Estate And Gift Taxe

Valuation Discounts For Estate And Gift Taxe

Recent court decisions offer guidance on interests in closely held businesses. One purpo

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Trust and Estate Attorney Blog

Provides estate planning advice. By Kenneth R. Haas.

http://kennethhaas.wordpress.com

Jan 11
HERE, HERE, THE ESTATE TAX IS DEAD, OR IS IT?

HERE, HERE, THE ESTATE TAX IS DEAD, OR IS IT?

Well Congress has done it this time. By failing to do anything at the end of the 2009 session, it has allowed the Federal Estate Tax to lapse. At first glance this seems like wonderful news, however, as with most Congressional acts (or…
Apr 12
ESTATE TAXES DURING THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION

ESTATE TAXES DURING THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION

As you may not be aware, unless you are trying to keep up with Federal estate tax law for reasons that I cannot fathom, due to a quirk in the law, the Federal estate tax is due to be repealed next year. However, this may not seem to be as…
Jan 28
PROBATE: TRUTHS AND MYTHS

PROBATE: TRUTHS AND MYTHS

Many estate planning practitioners, financial planners and television personalities discuss the virtues of having a “living trust” in the place of a Will in order to avoid the big bad process of probate. The calls that I get, as often…

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You and Yours Blawg

Covers business law, elder law, estate planning and tax law. By Deirdre R. Wheatley-Liss.

http://youandyoursblawg.blogspot.com/

Aug 6
You and Yours Blawg is Moving

You and Yours Blawg is Moving

Category: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate and Inheritance Tax, Business Law and Planning, Tax Law and Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Financial Planning, Miscellaneous Musing
Mar 20
Haven't Paid NJ Taxes? Now Might Be the Time

Haven't Paid NJ Taxes? Now Might Be the Time

Category: Tax Law and PlanningCourtesy of JH Cohn:New Jersey Enacts Tax Amnesty Program"New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine has signed a bill creating a 45-day New Jersey state tax amnesty period that will end no later than June 15, 2009.…
Mar 16
Lets get Banks Lending - SBA Loan Guarantee Amount to 90%

Lets get Banks Lending - SBA Loan Guarantee Amount to 90%

Category: Business Law and Planning

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Probate Thoughts From The…

Probate Thoughts From The Villages, Florida

Covers wills, probate, asset protection, and real estate. By Ronald Jones.

http://flawyer.us/ProbateThoughts/

Apr 30
Living Trust Costs and Fee

Living Trust Costs and Fee

I’ve been reviewing an estate and trust accounting prepared by another attorney, and in doing so, it occurs to me that I have not discussed trust administration fees in Florida. One of the supposed advantages of a living trust is…
Apr 16
Living Will

Living Will

Today, April 16, is National Healthcare Decisions Day. I just received a visit from the local Hospice organization, Hospice of Marion County. Hospice of Marion County Which is a very good organization. I strongly encourage clients to set up…
Apr 8
Another reason to move your financial accounts to Florida

Another reason to move your financial accounts to Florida

I’ve suggested in the past, if you move to Florida from out of state, you should move bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts to a Florida institution, or at least to a Florida Branch of a national institution. By doing…

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California Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers topics such as accounting, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of trust, elder abuse, intestacy, trust litigation, and undue influence. By Theodore M. Hankin.

http://www.californiaestatelawyerblog.com/

Apr 26
Some Probate and Trust Litigation War Stories in California

Some Probate and Trust Litigation War Stories in California

I have represented three sisters against their brother over their mother’s will. I’ve represented a child who was adopted and thought she had a great relationship with her presumed half-sister and then found out the sister…
Apr 26
Cause and Effect Resulting in California Trust Contest

Cause and Effect Resulting in California Trust Contest

Trust contests are very similar to will contests with similar allegations of incompetency and/or undue influence. The difference is that there may be only a very short time to decide if you are going to file a contest. There is a procedure…
Apr 26
Cause and Effect Resulting in California Will Contest

Cause and Effect Resulting in California Will Contest

Suppose a will is being offered for probate (the process by which the decedent’s debts are paid and the assets distributed) and someone thinks (a) the writer of the will was mentally incompetent when they wrote it or (b) the writer of…

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Pennsylvania Fiduciary Litigation

Insights and and commentary from a trusts and estates lawyer and expert witness. Published by Patti Spencer of Spencer Law Firm.

http://www.pennsylvaniafiduciarylitigation.com/

Apr 24
Federal Jurisdiction - Probate Exception

Federal Jurisdiction - Probate Exception

Recommended reading: Stripping Away the Mystery of the Probate Exception By John T. Brooks and Samantha E. Weissbluth Federal court can hear breach of fiduciary duty claim against trustees. We looked at this issue before in…
Mar 28
Midwest City estate planner sentenced to 10 years in prison for role in Ponzi scheme

Midwest City estate planner sentenced to 10 years in prison for role in Ponzi scheme

I always say 99% of the lawyers give the rest of us a bad name. Brianna Bailey writes for News OK: "A federal judge has sentenced a Midwest City man who conned seniors out of their savings to serve nearly 10 years in prison and pay $4.6…
Feb 17
The Continuing Problem of Cy Pre

The Continuing Problem of Cy Pre

Thank you to WIlls, Trusts and Estates Prof Blog for the post regarding Fisk University, Cy Pres and Georgia O'Keefe's Art Collection. Melanie B. Leslie (Professor of Law, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law) recently published her article…

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Vandrew Law Blog

Covers asset protection, estate planning, tax law, and small business law.

http://blog.law.vandrew.com/

Apr 16
Generation Skipping Tax: Don't Blow Off That Gift Tax Return

Generation Skipping Tax: Don't Blow Off That Gift Tax Return

Towards the end of 2012, there was a mad dash to set up trusts to reduce both federal and New Jersey estate tax. When the dust cleared, a log of people had been spurred on to do a lot of planning that was often long overdue. A lot of former…
Feb 26
Why is It Important to Choose an Estate Planning Law Specialist?

Why is It Important to Choose an Estate Planning Law Specialist?

The Estate Law Specialist Board Inc is the only American Bar Association accredited program for certification of an attorney as in the Estate Planning Law Specialist (“EPLS”). Attorneys who become Board-Certified under…
Feb 26
The Future of State Estate Tax Planning

The Future of State Estate Tax Planning

I'm proud to announce that I was published in New Jersey Law Journal again this past week, this time on the topic of the "fiscal cliff" tax changes have altered planning for the New Jersey Estate Tax. A copy of the article can be accessed…

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Thoits Law Blog

Discusses important legal developments in the areas of business, employment, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, and estate planning. By Thoits, Love, Hershberger & McLean.

http://www.thoitslaw.com/blog/

Apr 8
You Really, Really Need a Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreement

You Really, Really Need a Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreement

...a relatively small investment of time spent on the fundamentals can yield significant dividends in the future – and help to avoid much distress. And, the first fundamental, particularly for founders who do not anticipate seeking venture…
Apr 8
Selling Restricted Stock of Private Companie

Selling Restricted Stock of Private Companie

Anyone who holds restricted stock of a non-public company, such as Twitter, Box, or Palantir among others, probably has discovered it is possible to find buyers for their stock by contacting Second Market or Shares Post or other…
Feb 22
California Pregnancy Disability Leave: Longer Than Four Months?

California Pregnancy Disability Leave: Longer Than Four Months?

The court stated that this was a "case of first impression" and posed the issue as "whether an employee who has exhausted all permissible leave available under the Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL)...may nevertheless state…

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Provides information for pet owners on legal topics concerning their well being and future, such as pet euthanasia and medical care, pet sitting, pet caretakers, and pet trusts. Published by Danny E. Meek, Esq.

http://www.pettrustlawblog.com/

Mar 21
Florida Legislation Supports Statewide Spay and Neutering?

Florida Legislation Supports Statewide Spay and Neutering?

Based upon the success of Pets’ Trust Miami, a Florida legislator has introduced a proposal to allow voters in each county the opportunity to support a separate property tax on real estate in order to pay for spay and neuter programs…
Mar 7
Taxidermy For Your Pet?

Taxidermy For Your Pet?

A client recently asked me if I could recommend a taxidermist for her dog. She had a friend in California who utilized this service upon the death of his cat. I must admit that I have never thought of this process. Now that I have, it seems…
Jan 23
Planning For Veterinary Cost

Planning For Veterinary Cost

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation released its 2012 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook. The book is filled with interesting statistics on animals in the United States. The book states that the total of veterinary…

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The Elder Firm, LLC

Covers elder law, estate planning, and Missouri Medicaid eligibility.

http://www.columbiaelderlaw.blogspot.com/

Mar 4
New Bottom Limit of MMMNA Announced

New Bottom Limit of MMMNA Announced

The Department of Health and Human Services has announced the new poverty income guidelines for 2013. The new guidelines mean that the lower limit of the minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance (MMMNA) will rise…
Feb 7
Do You Find Annuities Confusing?

Do You Find Annuities Confusing?

FROM www.medicaidannuity.com:You're not alone. If you're not an insurance agent annuities can be confusing. I'm frequently asked questions regarding the difference of annuities, and how the difference kinds are treated for eligibility…
Jan 9
Beautiful...

Beautiful...

My dear girl, the day you see I'm getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, try to understand what I'm going through. If when we talk, I repeat the same thing a thousand times, don't interrupt to say: "You said the same…

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The Law Office of Raymond A.…

The Law Office of Raymond A. Harris PLLC Blog

Covers estate planning, medicaid and medicare.

http://www.raymondaharris.com/blog/

Mar 4
Gave presentation regarding special needs trusts and planning at Capital Area Center for Independent Living

Gave presentation regarding special needs trusts and planning at Capital Area Center for Independent Living

Today I gave a presentation at Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL) regarding the uses of special needs trusts and Medicaid planning, guardianships and conservatorships, and helping individuals with special needs to live in the…
Mar 4
Gave presentation regarding special needs trusts and planning at Capital Area Center for Independent Living

Gave presentation regarding special needs trusts and planning at Capital Area Center for Independent Living

Today I gave a presentation at Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL) regarding the uses of special needs trusts and Medicaid planning, guardianships and conservatorships, and helping individuals with special needs to live in the…
Mar 3
Testimonial from a happy client of The Law Office of Raymond A. Harris, PLLC

Testimonial from a happy client of The Law Office of Raymond A. Harris, PLLC

Posted with her permission, below is a testimonial from a client whom I assisted in reversing a Medicare Part B penalty and saving her thousands of dollars. “I first want to say that this account is being told with the help of my…

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Philadelphia Estate and Tax…

Philadelphia Estate and Tax Attorney Blog

Focuses on income, estate and gift tax matters, estate planning and probate administration. By Steven J. Fromm.

http://frommtaxes.wordpress.com/

Jan 21
Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

We now know what the federal estate tax laws will be this year and in the future. Our federal government has stated that these estate tax rules are now permanent after a decade of uncertainty. (A cynic may say that these…
Jan 21
Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

We now know what the federal estate tax laws will be this year and in the future. Our federal government has stated that these estate tax rules are now permanent after a decade of uncertainty. (A cynic may say that these…
Dec 4
2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategie

2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategie

2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategies. Filed under: Estate Planning

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Southern Oregon Estate Planning

Covers trusts, wills and estate planning. By Jim Eagar.

http://sourthernoregonestateplanning.wordpress.com

Jan 16
New Blog Location – New Web Site

New Blog Location – New Web Site

Southern Oregon Estate Planning & Elder Law blog has moved to a new location at http://legacyplanningllc.com/blog/. It is now a part of our larger web site. A new format, new layout, and new info. Visit today!…
Dec 12
Fall 2012 Elder Law Update Available

Fall 2012 Elder Law Update Available

In This Issue: • Tax Law Allows Married Couples to Reduce Their Estate Taxes • How to Protect Your Partner Even if You Choose Not to Marry • Low Interest Rates Good for Borrowers, Bad for Retired Seniors • Affordable…
Dec 5
Little Things Can Cause Big Fights When A Relative Die

Little Things Can Cause Big Fights When A Relative Die

A recent article in Forbes Magazine highlights the probability that poor estate planning will result in family conflict after a death. ”Three adult siblings bickered over who would get this little blue bowl when their grandmother…

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Derek's Tax blog

Covers taxes and estate planning. By the Jensen Law Office.

http://washingtonstateestatelaw.com/blogs

Dec 17
14 Days and Counting - Two Years Ago Today

14 Days and Counting - Two Years Ago Today

Today marks the two year anniversary of the bill that extended the Bush tax provisions for two years and raised the Federal Estate Tax and Gift Tax Exemption to $5 million. My how things have changed! Two years ago the Republicans in Congress…
Dec 5
New Year-End Planning Resource

New Year-End Planning Resource

I would like to bring your attention to two new resources for your Year-End Estate Tax Planning: Free Estate Planning Opportunities Webinar Planning Opportunities Not to Miss in 2012A Free Estate Planning Webinar for American Families and…
Dec 4
Estate Tax Fiscal Cliff - 27 Days and Counting - What will the Estate Tax be on January 1st?

Estate Tax Fiscal Cliff - 27 Days and Counting - What will the Estate Tax be on January 1st?

There may be 27 calendar days left, but there are only 16 Planning Days left before the fiscal cliff! It may be too late to do anything, so what are the possible outcomes for the estate tax? As I see it, here are the three most likely…

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Atlanta Estate Planning Lawyer…

Atlanta Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers powers of attorney, trusts, wills, and health care directives. By The Adams Law Offices, LLC.

http://www.atlantaestateplanninglawyer.com/

Dec 7
BEING EXECUTOR OR ADMINISTRATOR OF A GEORGIA ESTATE IS A DEMANDING UNDERTAKING

BEING EXECUTOR OR ADMINISTRATOR OF A GEORGIA ESTATE IS A DEMANDING UNDERTAKING

As a prospective or acting executor or administrator of a Georgia Estate, there are significant advantages in seeking and retaining the services of an experienced GA attorney or law firm.
Dec 5
HOW DIFFICULT IS THE GEORGIA PROBATE AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION PROCESS?

HOW DIFFICULT IS THE GEORGIA PROBATE AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION PROCESS?

Hiring a probate and estate administration attorney to guide and represent you through the Georgia probate process may very well be the wisest decision any executor or administrator may perhaps make in carrying out their fiduciary duties in…
Dec 4
ATLANTA FIDUCIARY AND PROBATE LAW FIRM SEES RISE IN POWER OF ATTORNEY MISUSE, ABUSE, AND FRAUD

ATLANTA FIDUCIARY AND PROBATE LAW FIRM SEES RISE IN POWER OF ATTORNEY MISUSE, ABUSE, AND FRAUD

As an Atlanta, Georgia, power of attorney litigation lawyer, I have seen a sharp rise in the number of cases dealing with the misuse of a power of attorney or other similar document. Most times, the fiduciary lawyers at our Firm see the…

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Oconomowoc Law Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning. By Swendson/Fey Law Ltd.

http://wisconsintrustsandwills.com/family/

Nov 6
What and When Should You Tell Your Children About Their Inheritance?

What and When Should You Tell Your Children About Their Inheritance?

Not many parents like to talk to their children about their wealth. How much money people have is usually considered a private matter, something it’s not polite to talk about, but not talking to children about how much they may inherit…
Oct 24
Planning For Incapacity and Long-Term Care

Planning For Incapacity and Long-Term Care

With people living longer due to advances in medicine and changes in lifestyle, odds are that most of us will become disabled for some time before we die and may need long-term care. Unfortunately, too few plan for an event that is more…
Oct 19
Life Insurance: How Much and What Kind?

Life Insurance: How Much and What Kind?

Life insurance can be an affordable way to provide for our children, spouse, a sibling, aging parents and others if we should die while they are depending on us. Life insurance proceeds can provide extra income to help pay ongoing household…

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Private Briefing

Covers estate planning and asset protection. By PrivateCounsel.

http://www.privatecounsel.com/blog/

Oct 27
Thanks for the comments…

Thanks for the comments…

Color me embarrassed. We have received a number of comments on the blog. It seemed that all of the comments were “spam” – people promoting internet pharmacies, financial scams, etc. Well, I just went through several hundred comments to…
Oct 16
VA Benefits For Long-Term Care of Veterans and Their Surviving Spouse

VA Benefits For Long-Term Care of Veterans and Their Surviving Spouse

Many wartime veterans and their surviving spouses are currently receiving long-term care or will need some type of long-term care in the near future. The Veterans Administration has funds that are available to help pay for this care, yet many…
Oct 15
Homelessness Still a Problem for Veteran

Homelessness Still a Problem for Veteran

An article in USA Today reports that on a given night, more than 75,000 veterans (male and female) are living homeless on the streets of their cities. Nearly half (40%) of all homeless males are veterans. The homeless are often looked down…

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Alabama Estate Planning Lawyer…

Alabama Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers Alabama elder law, estate planning and estate administration. By Martinson & Beason, PC.

http://www.alabamaestateplanninglawyerblog.com/

Oct 2
What is a QTIP?

What is a QTIP?

A recent article regarding important estate-planning tips for attorneys to consider mentioned the importance of a powerful estate-planning vehicle with a funny acronym. The article discussed how a QTIP trust could serve as an important piece…
Sep 1
Can you control your heirs from beyond the grave in Alabama?

Can you control your heirs from beyond the grave in Alabama?

The Wall Street Journal ran an interesting article last weekend examining the extent to which gift givers can exert control over their heirs once they are dead and gone. The article reveals several things that might surprise you given the…
Aug 5
Should you add a child's name to your deed in Alabama?

Should you add a child's name to your deed in Alabama?

You really need to think it through before you add someone's name to your Alabama deed because it could cause a lot of unintended pain. Theoretically, adding your child's name to the deed to your home is a good move because it's a way to…

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Swinton Elder Law & Family…

Swinton Elder Law & Family Protection Blog

Covers New Jersey estate planning and elder law issues. By Daniel S. Swinton.

http://swintonlaw.blogspot.com/

Sep 27
How Gifts Can Affect Medicaid Eligibility

How Gifts Can Affect Medicaid Eligibility

. We’ve all heard that it’s better to give than to receive, but if you think you might someday want to apply for Medicaid long-term care benefits, you need to be careful because giving away money or property can interfere with your…
Sep 20
Doctor Not Liable for Dementia Patient's Fatal Crash

Doctor Not Liable for Dementia Patient's Fatal Crash

. A California jury has found that a doctor has no responsibility for a fatal car crash caused by an 85-year-old patient whom he had diagnosed with dementia but not reported to authorities.
Sep 14
Specialists Help Seniors Buy or Sell a Home

Specialists Help Seniors Buy or Sell a Home

. Seniors who are buying or selling a house often have very different issues than younger buyers and sellers. Seniors may be contemplating downsizing or moving to a more accessible home, or they may be looking for a way to age in place. A…

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Massachusetts Elder Law Blog

Thoughts about law, aging, estate planning and special needs issues and related public policy concerns. By Sasha Golden.

http://massachusettselderlaw.blogspot.com/

May 3
We've moved!!

We've moved!!

As of May 1, I've moved the blog over to my new on-line home, and this location is being deactivated. Please look for me at www.massachusetts-elder-law.com
Mar 16
Alzheimer's knows no class --- not even one-time potential Supreme Court candidate

Alzheimer's knows no class --- not even one-time potential Supreme Court candidate

From today's edition of the American Bar Association's e-journal:Karen Williams was chief judge of a federal appeals court and a potential Supreme Court nominee when her family noticed some changes in her personality.
Mar 12
Substituted Judgment, Part 3

Substituted Judgment, Part 3

In a prior entry, I discussed how Massachusetts probate courts are supposed to make decisions on behalf of incapacitated persons when a guardian asks the court for authorization to obtain an abortion or sterilization surgery, using the…

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Michigan Estate Planning, Probate…

Michigan Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law

Covers Michigan estate planning, wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, elder law, caregiving, family matters and growing older . By Glenn Matecun.

http://matecunlaw.wordpress.com

Mar 31
What is a Lady Bird Deed?

What is a Lady Bird Deed?

Check this out if you want to learn more about how a Michigan Lady Bird Deed works and how it can help with your Will, Trust or other estate planning.
Mar 8
Beware! Estate Planning for Second Marriages Can Be Tricky.

Beware! Estate Planning for Second Marriages Can Be Tricky.

The following was recently published in my “Ask the Lawyer” column: Question: I just got remarried and both my husband and I have children from previous marriages. I am worried that my son and daughter won’t get anything if I die…
Oct 23
IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2012

IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2012

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is increasing the amount taxpayers can deduct from their 2012 taxes as a result of buying long-term care insurance. Premiums for “qualified” long-term care insurance policies (see explanation below)…

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Finding your Way through the Law

Covers Arizona estate planning, probate, trust administration, business planning, elder law and special needs law. By Robert Michael Way.

http://azestateplanning.wordpress.com

Dec 27
Catholic Estate Planning and End-of-Life Planning – Avvo.com

Catholic Estate Planning and End-of-Life Planning – Avvo.com

Catholic Estate Planning and End-of-Life Planning – Avvo.com.
Nov 18
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Way Law Firm, P.C.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Way Law Firm, P.C.

We are now preparing for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Way Law Firm, P.C., (www.wayfirm.com) on December 7, 2010, at 9:00 am sponsored by the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce. What a day to open a new practice with it being the…
Oct 5
Finding Your Way Through the Law

Finding Your Way Through the Law

You may notice that this blog’s name has changed to “Following the Way” — and there is good reason for that. Within the last week, The Way Law Firm, P.C., has opened its doors for business at 1990 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, Arizona. …

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Iowa Business Law

Covers business law, estate planning, and insurance law topics as they pertain to Iowa. By Samuel I. Kreamer.

http://iowabusinesslaw.com

Sep 9
Buying a Business, Essential Qualities: Commitment

Buying a Business, Essential Qualities: Commitment

This blog is part of a series of blogs on buying a business. We are first exploring the qualities you need when deciding to whether or not you are should buy a business. I encourage you to go back and read the previous blogs. This week…
Sep 9
Buying a Business, Essential Qualities: Commitment

Buying a Business, Essential Qualities: Commitment

This blog is part of a series of blogs on buying a business. We are first exploring the qualities you need when deciding to whether or not you are should buy a business. I encourage you to go back and read the previous blogs. This week we are…
Jul 21
Buying a Business: Access to Expertise

Buying a Business: Access to Expertise

This blog is part of a series of blogs on buying a business. We are first exploring the qualities you need when deciding to whether or not you are should buy a business. I encourage you to go back and read the previous blogs. This week we…

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Bryan P. Christian

Answers common legal questions that pertains to probate law, estate planning, business entity formation, and litigation.

http://www.bryanpchristian.com/blog/

Apr 27
What does an Estate Executor do?

What does an Estate Executor do?

If you have been nominated in someone's Will to be the Personal Representative, also known as the Executor or Executrix, you need to know your duties. You will need to work with an Estate Attorney to accomplish the following:
Apr 27
What does a Personal Representative do?

What does a Personal Representative do?

If you have been nominated in someone's Will to be the Personal Representative, also known as the Executor or Executrix, you need to know your duties. You will need to work with an Attorney to accomplish the following: You will have to take…
Apr 27
Contesting a Will

Contesting a Will

Generally, an interested person may contest the probate of a will, or any part of thewill by:(1) stating in writing the grounds for objection; and(2) filing the objection in the court;The objection must be filed within one of the following…

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Estate & Tax Planning Musings

Provides updates on estate and tax planning information and cases. By Marc J. Soss.

http://estate-taxplanningmusings.blogspot.com/

Mar 22
Modified Accumulation Trusts For IRA or Other Qualified Plan Benefits at Death

Modified Accumulation Trusts For IRA or Other Qualified Plan Benefits at Death

Recent private letter rulings issued by the Internal Revenue Service have created concern among estate-planning attorneys regarding the best way to draft trusts that are intended as potential receptacles of IRA or other qualified plan…
Mar 22
Richest States Could Be the Best for Estate Planning

Richest States Could Be the Best for Estate Planning

A recent study powered by TheStreet reports that the following are the states with the most and the least liquid millionaires as a percentage of the total population, listed in descending order:Most Millionaires:HawaiiMarylandNew…
Dec 14
IRS Loses Billion Dollar Transfer Pricing Case

IRS Loses Billion Dollar Transfer Pricing Case

The IRS lost a billion dollar § 482 transfer pricing case yesterday. Veritas Software Corp. v. Commissioner, 133 T.C. No. 14 (Dec. 10, 2009):

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Law Office of Robert L. Boydstun…

Law Office of Robert L. Boydstun Blog

Covers estate planning, probate, guardianships, disability and elder law.

http://www.boydstunlaw.com/blog.html

May 17
The Asset Map Helps Them Help You

The Asset Map Helps Them Help You

If you become incapacitated or pass away, the trauma to your family from that event should not be compounded because they have to start to search for your assets and important papers. If your family has to take over the handling of your…
May 10
Addressing Fear of Losing Control

Addressing Fear of Losing Control

Over the years I have observed that children of older parents are often frustrated because their parents refuse to take the necessary steps to plan for the years ahead when their parents are likely to need help with handling their funds,…
May 2
How to Show Your Family Its Legacy of Love

How to Show Your Family Its Legacy of Love

I recently read The Last Lecture, by Randy Pausch. Mr. Pausch was a computer science professor who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He had three young children and he wanted to give them a means to know who he was and that…

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Potter Law Firm Blog

Covers estate planning and elder law.

http://www.potterestateplanning.com/blog/

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…
May 13
Be Aware of Elder Financial Abuse

Be Aware of Elder Financial Abuse

It is a good idea to be aware of the perils that you may face as you age, and elder financial abuse is one of them. People sometimes dance around difficult topics, and this is understandable. However, the fact is a significant percentage of…

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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 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…
May 15
Top 5 Reasons to Update an Estate Plan

Top 5 Reasons to Update an Estate Plan

You hear all of the time that you should update your estate plan, but what situations require you to update it and what can wait? If you’re not sure, consider these top five reasons estate planning attorneys recommend updating your…
May 13
Things That Impact Your Estate

Things That Impact Your Estate

When you pass away, everything you own is part of your estate. To help you understand why it is important to have an estate plan, consider these things that can impact your estate - or even diminish it entirely. Probate Court Probate…

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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 17
If You’re a Senior, You May Be a Targeted by Financial Con Artist

If You’re a Senior, You May Be a Targeted by Financial Con Artist

As people age they are often less able to recognize scams and swindles designed to cheat them out of their money. Con artists know this, and as more people reach retirement age many criminals are trying to take advantage of elderly people…
May 15
Living Gift Strategies: 3 Tip

Living Gift Strategies: 3 Tip

Many estate planning attorneys will tell you that one of the most underutilized estate planning tools available to a lot of people is the giving away of lifetime gifts. Like inheritances, giving lifetime gifts is subject to key tax provisions…
May 13
2013: The Time Has Come to Review Your Estate Plan

2013: The Time Has Come to Review Your Estate Plan

While there are many people who have taken the time to create an estate plan and devote time every year to keeping it current, others are not so conscientious. Some people created their estate plan years ago and have not taken any time to…

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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 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…
May 14
Google Account Tool Helps with Estate Planning

Google Account Tool Helps with Estate Planning

In the 21st century, almost everything that was once done in person is now done electronically. Can you imagine a week without using your e-mail account? What about sharing photos and videos the old fashioned way –by snail mail or…
May 12
Do I Still Need an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust?

Do I Still Need an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust?

In the wake of the passage of the much awaited American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2013, taxpayers are left with questions about how to incorporate the new laws into their estate plans. One area of concern for many taxpayers is what to do about…

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