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
Maximizing Tax-Free Giving to Children
Affluent estate owners are opting to support their children and grandchildren financially during their lifetimes. We explore three strategies that can maximize tax-free giving to consider in your estate planning.
May 21, 2024
Strategies to minimize Taxes on Trusts
Trust distributions might be taxable, with the tax liability potentially varying based on factors, such as the type of trust, the kind of distributions and a beneficiary’s tax bracket.
October 25, 2023
What Type of Trust is best for You?
While a simple living revocable trust often meets the needs of many individuals, some require more specialized trusts to achieve their goals.
September 19, 2023
The Estate of The Union Season 2|Episode 8 is out now!
The Estate of The Union Season 2|Episode 8 is out now! Homelessness is not going away. How we manage it can be frustrating and sometimes
May 25, 2023
Tax Scams Involving Charitable Remainder Annuity Trusts
Part of the agency’s latest annual ‘Dirty Dozen’ scams, these potentially ‘abusive arrangements’ involve charitable remainder annuity trusts and monetized installment sales.
May 22, 2023
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
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
Minimizing Taxes should be a Part of your Plan
Ben Franklin once said, ‘… nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.’ For all certainties in life, the best thing you can do is plan for their eventual occurrence.
June 15, 2022
Maximize the Benefits of a Trust Fund
Trust funds are an important estate planning tool. They can protect your assets while you’re alive and help ensure that you leave money to your children or other loved ones after you die.
April 21, 2022