Irrevocable Funeral Trust helps Families with expenses
An irrevocable funeral trust is a way of setting money aside to pay for your funeral and burial expenses.
August 14, 2023
Essential Estate Planning Documents every Caregiver Needs
One of the most difficult—and emotional—parts of caregiving can be having discussions about the legal side of aging.
July 31, 2023
Be cautious using Portability in a Second Marriage Estate Plan
The family’s attorney and family office advisors should exercise caution in a marriage in which there are children from a prior marriage or other nonstandard family situations.
July 19, 2023
The IRS has issued a Ruling that will impact Grantor Trusts
On March 30, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, which directly impacts a wide range of irrevocable trusts, including grantor retained annuity trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, insurance trusts and other intentionally defective ‘grantor trusts.’
July 18, 2023
Pour-Over Will can be Extremely Valuable in your Estate Plan
This type of will can ensure that your assets go where you want them to. However, there are many misconceptions about them.
July 13, 2023
Only leave Assets to Minor through a Trust
You cannot name a legal minor as a beneficiary. This applies to almost all legal documents, most notably wills and life insurance policies.
July 12, 2023
SNT can be a Vital Tool for Families
If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues. However, you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support that your loved one requires.
July 5, 2023
Review Beneficiary Designations after Life Changes
When was the last time you updated, or even thought about, the beneficiary designations listed on your retirement accounts, life insurance, or annuity contracts? If you don’t remember, it’s time for a review!
June 29, 2023
What is the Purpose of a Blind Trust?
Trusts can be used to hold assets for a beneficiary, and you may hear about them when carrying out estate planning or evaluating strategies to pass investments to heirs.
June 27, 2023
You need to make a Plan for Digital Assets
Your digital life includes dozens of usernames and passwords. Providing a digital estate plan can help your family deal with your accounts with minimal fuss.
June 14, 2023