Search Our Site
With the arrival of the new year, revisions to the annual gift tax and estate tax exclusions will be going into effect, as recently announced by the Internal Revenue Service.
Read More »Not talking to your adult children about their inheritance comes at a cost. Do what you can to manage expectations for adult children as they forge their financial plans. Knowing their general inheritance situation can change their decision-making process and lead to better outcomes.
Read More »Even if your children get along well, the distribution of your assets can require conflict resolution skills. Without previously experiencing any significant conflicts, even close siblings can struggle to maintain happy family relationships when settling your estate.
Read More »Most older adults acknowledge that estate planning is essential. Yet, nearly half of Americans age 55 or older do not have a will. Even fewer have designated powers of attorney, a living will, or health care directives.
Read More »You might be tempted to download a free power of attorney form when looking for estate planning services online. But will that be enough to ensure the document is legally recognized?
Read More »Four in 10 people believe they do not have enough assets to make a will, according to a new survey. This statistic reflects a common misconception about estate planning: that it is only for the wealthy.
Read More »Many executors don’t understand the probate process and leave the tasks to the lawyer. While the executor has a fiduciary duty to protect the heirs’ interests, does the lawyer? It depends on your state.
Read More »Owners of high-net-worth estates typically monitor and amend their estate plans regularly. They understand that the responsibility of financial stewardship will ensure continued wealth for many generations.
Read More »Storing important documents in digital form provides convenient copies that can be accessed by trusted individuals involved in your estate planning. They will also need access to online accounts in emergencies.
Read More »AARP reports that Baby Boomers are the generation with the highest divorce rates. Divorce among older adults in the United States has been on the rise since 1990. By 2019, 36 percent of divorces involved people 50 and older.
Read More »