Providing Financial Security to your Heirs
Inherited assets come with benefits, along with some burdens
November 11, 2021
A lot of Flexibility in 529 Education Plans
Most of us associate 529 accounts as college savings vehicles. They’re flexible, allowing you to transfer assets to anyone, including yourself, for the express purpose of furthering the education of your beneficiary. However, did you know that a 529 can also be a powerful estate planning tool?
November 3, 2021
Creating a Legacy Plan
Over the next 25 years, analysts anticipate $68 trillion to be passed down to younger generations and charities. While the importance of legacy planning is not limited to the forthcoming Great Wealth Transfer, it does spotlight the significant amount of wealth that has been created, primarily by Baby Boomers, and the need to transition these assets thoughtfully.
November 2, 2021
What Is a Dynasty Trust?
If you want to protect your family’s legacy from unnecessary taxes, divorce and creditors over the course of many generations, a dynasty trust could be your best friend.
October 26, 2021
Consider a Family Meeting about Estate Planning
When there is a large inheritance at stake (or even when there isn’t), it is a great idea to get everyone on the same page. A family meeting can make that happen, and it can even be enjoyable.
October 21, 2021
Prevent Asset problems with thoughtful Planning
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.
October 14, 2021
Gift-Tax treated differently by IRS and Medicaid
Most people have heard that each individual is allowed to gift $15,000 per year to another person without paying a gift tax. However, exactly what the gift tax is, and the consequences of going beyond $15,000, are less clear.
October 13, 2021
What to Do with an Inherited IRA
Inheriting an IRA from a parent has a unique set of rules you need to know, which will help you make the most of the money you inherit and avoid a tax-time surprise.
October 12, 2021
Businesses should have a Buy-Sell Agreement
What happens at your company when a shareholder dies or becomes disabled, or wants to leave? These are just two of the potential scenarios that can be properly addressed with a buy-sell agreement.
October 4, 2021
Keep the Vacation Home in the Family
Vacation property can become a family legacy. Keeping your cabin, fishing lodge, hunting property or other special assets separate for future generations is often a special goal for a family.
September 10, 2021