What Taxes Have to Be Paid When Someone Dies?
Tax obligations continue on despite the passing of a loved one, and in some cases, come about because of it. Tax deadlines pose a challenge for grieving families.
Is Estate Tax Exemption Going to Change?
The new numbers mean that wealthy taxpayers can transfer more to their heirs tax free during life—or at death. A lot more.
Consequences of Inheritance: Benefit or Burden?
One of the biggest conundrums of estate planning is considering how, or even if, you can give money or property to your heirs in a manner that will help them.
What Do I Do with Estate Plan after Divorce?
Major changes in your life—such as marriage, having a baby, moving out of state, or divorce—should prompt a revisit to your current will. It is important to revise your will at these times, in order to ensure that your estate planning is up to date.
Some of Most Famous (or Infamous) Estate Planning Mistakes
If you do not learn from your mistakes, you are doomed to repeat them. In Estate Planning, if you do not learn from other’s mistakes, you are likely to repeat them.
How Can I Pass Wealth to My Children and Grandchildren?
Inherited assets come with benefits, along with some burdens
What Should Small Business Owners Know about Estate Planning?
Small business owners have their hands overflowing with issues, and they devote most of their time to matters related to the smooth running of the business. Having no time to think about other matters, they do not bother about estate planning for them.
Is My Will Void If I Get Divorced?
Major changes in your life—such as marriage, having a baby, moving out of state, or divorce—should prompt a revisit to your current will. It is important to revise your will at these times, in order to ensure your estate planning is up to date.
If I Have a Will to Allocate My Assets, Do I Have an Estate Plan?
While a will is often part of an estate plan, an estate plan covers much more ground.
What are the Worst Things to Leave in My Estate?
If you’re planning an inheritance, be careful about leaving these assets to a loved one. They may create more trouble than they’re worth.