Benefits of Creating a Life Estate
Once you create a life estate, property rights vest in your heir.
February 14, 2023
Avoid leaving Co-op Ownership to Heirs
In most cases, a co-op board has enormous latitude to approve or deny the transfer of a unit’s shares and proprietary lease.
January 25, 2023
Which Bills are Paid by Estate and which by Beneficiaries?
If you’re set to inherit, you may be wondering what estate expenses are paid by the beneficiary. The answer can depend on what assets are passed on to you when a family member or loved one passes away.
January 24, 2023
Prevent some Common Beneficiary Errors
Before making a decision on a beneficiary, it’s very important to check your state laws. Some states have different rules on who you can name as a beneficiary.
January 19, 2023
Avoid Leaving Residual Assets Behind
In simple terms, a residuary estate is any part of your estate that hasn’t been distributed to your heirs through a last will and testament.
January 4, 2023
Add Safeguards to Protect Heirs
Succession planning involves accounting for the worst-case scenario. Without accounting for these risks, your plan could fail, require expensive litigation or jeopardize the family farm.
December 20, 2022
Protect the Family Business for the Next Generation
Failing to properly plan for disability, death, or the ultimate transition of a family business can lead to disastrous financial consequences for both the business and the family.
December 6, 2022
Steps to Minimize Inheritance Battles
In early 2022, Bloomberg News reported that Americans can expect to inherit $72.6 trillion over the next quarter century—more than twice as much as a decade ago. With so much potential generational wealth on the line, there is always a risk that it will become the subject of a dispute.
December 1, 2022
Prenup is a Useful Tool in Estate Planning
A prenuptial agreement can save you a lot of money and time should your marriage end. Often called a prenup, this document lays out how your assets and debts will be distributed should your marriage end.
November 30, 2022
The Estate of The Union Season 2|Episode 4 is out now!
The Estate of The Union Season 2|Episode 4 – How To Give Yourself a Charitable Gift is out now! This is the time of the year
November 29, 2022