Women should Plan for a Second Retirement
Women typically live longer than men, so they should prepare for a ‘second retirement,’ often with different needs and associated costs.
September 23, 2024
Understanding Primary and Contingent Beneficiaries is essential for Estate Planning
Contingent beneficiaries provide a safety net, if the primary beneficiary cannot receive the assets from an estate or proceeds from a life insurance policy or retirement account.
September 3, 2024
Addressing your Estate Planning during Divorce is Critical
Estate planning and divorce are intricate processes, each filled with legal nuances and detailed accounting (to say nothing of the emotions involved).
July 31, 2024
Charitable Remainder Trusts may be Solution to Stretch IRA loss
The SECURE Act killed the stretch IRA. However, a properly constructed charitable remainder trust can deliver similar benefits, with some caveats.
June 6, 2024
Updating Beneficiaries after Gray Divorce
Explore critical steps for updating beneficiaries after a mid to late-life divorce to protect assets and secure loved ones’ futures.
May 30, 2024
Key Estate Planning Strategies for Executives
Executives manage complex financial landscapes while striving for professional success, creating unique estate planning goals and challenges. This article explores estate planning for executives, key considerations and an executive’s unique goals.
May 23, 2024
Topics You need to Address before a Mid-Life Marriage
Getting married in middle age or beyond, is not only a significant personal milestone, it’s also one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
May 8, 2024
Use Qualified Disclaimer to Avoid Inheriting IRA
If the strategy is executed properly, an individual can disclaim interest in an inherited IRA and avoid any of the gift and income tax consequences associated with receiving the property.
March 5, 2024
Divorce Impacts your Estate Plan
Divorce significantly affects your estate plan. Therefore, it’s crucial to take timely action to revise it. If you’re going through a divorce or have recently finalized one, it may be time to review and update your estate plan.
February 26, 2024
Integrating Retirement Accounts into your Estate Plan
Integrating retirement accounts into your estate plan is vital for preserving your financial legacy. This blog post covers key considerations, such as tax implications, beneficiary designations, and strategies for maximizing benefits. By understanding the role of retirement accounts in estate planning and seeking professional guidance, you can ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and provide lasting benefits for your beneficiaries.
February 13, 2024