
Portability can be used to Protect Farm
One of the most overlooked and misunderstood tax laws – available to married farming couples – is an opportunity called portability.

One of the most overlooked and misunderstood tax laws – available to married farming couples – is an opportunity called portability.

Everyone likes money, right? Giving money to family or friends can also be a smart tax planning move.

The rise in the stock market over the past several years, teamed with the passage of the SECURE Act two years ago—as well as the scheduled 50% reduction in the size of the federal estate tax exemption four years from now—has resulted in a renewed interest in estate planning for IRA and 401(k) accounts owned by married couples.

Trusts are often associated with the rich, but the uber-wealthy are not the only people who can benefit from using trusts. There is no minimum asset level or net worth required to set up a trust, and you can put any amount of money into a trust.

No one likes doing taxes, but the task is even more daunting when filing a return for someone who has died.

The Estate of The Union Episode 12 is out now! This is the traditional time for giving. Giving to a cause and giving of ourselves.
A recipient of a gift does not pay income taxes on the gift. However, the gift-giver may pay gift taxes, unless one of two exemptions applies.

Inherited assets come with benefits, along with some burdens

When a loved one passes away, it can be an emotional experience. Unfortunately, handling the deceased’s finances can add to this stress.

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.