
Consider these Overlooked Elements in your Planning
There are certain provisions that people often forget to put in a will or estate plan that can have a big impact on a family.

There are certain provisions that people often forget to put in a will or estate plan that can have a big impact on a family.

Step-up in basis, also known as stepped-up basis, is a wrinkle in the federal tax code that can help heirs avoid or reduce taxes on inherited assets.

People approaching retirement ponder numerous questions. However, I’ve found that many of the most important questions revolve around the word ‘when.’

Nobody likes thinking about what happens if they should become incapacitated or die. However, we all need to have a plan in place for just these possibilities.

With the possibility of needing long-term care in the future, many people are interested in proactive planning.

Cryptocurrency has become a new wrinkle in the development of an estate plan.

A primary benefit of using TOD/POD designations is that assets held in the account will pass automatically to the beneficiary without having to go through probate.

As divorce and second marriages become increasingly common, more people find themselves raising children who are not biologically their own. Estate planning for blended families should address this unique situation.

The idea of asset protection for the purposes of protecting against long-term care costs is becoming both more sought-after and more necessary.

A qualified disability trust (QDisT) is a special needs trust that qualifies for a federal tax exemption.