A trust is a legal vehicle for managing financial assets for the benefit of you and/or someone else. The property owner (the grantor or settler)
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Tax Issues on the Family Home for Loved Ones
NJ.com’s recent article, “Complex inheritance taxes on a home,” explains the valuation of a home based on its fair market value (FMV) on the date
Penn State Football Coach’s Estate Looks to Settle Lawsuit
The estate of former Penn State football coaching legend Joe Paterno, along with former assistant coaches Jay Paterno and Bill Kenney, are suing the NCAA,
Simple Estate Planning Tools
When we look at the steps taken in our investing lives, the basics are simple. As working investors in the initial stages, the priority is
What… My Taxes are Going Down? What Gives?
There could be more reductions in the offing, as lawmakers in Minnesota recently raised the state's estate tax exemption to $2.1 million retroactive to January.
What is fair for a Family with a Child with Special Needs
As parents, it’s hard to treat all children fairly, despite their different personalities and capabilities. Most try to ensure that one child never feels less
Don’t Over-Think Your Estate Planning
The psychological issues in deciding how to leave your assets can be the hardest part of the process, says Wilmington Biz in the recent article,
How Do I Collect as the Sole Beneficiary for a Family Member Who Lives Out-of-State?
NJ.com’s recent article, “Inheriting money from out-of-state relative,” explains that with a power of attorney, you will be able to manage the family member's affairs
Widows and Widowers Get Break with New Tax Ruling
Forbes’ recent article, “IRS Offers Estate Tax Relief To Widows And Widowers,” advises that some quick action may be needed to take advantage of the
Review These Retirement Planning Criteria
Stock Investor’s recent article, “6 Retirement Estate Planning Criteria You Must Address,” says every retiree’s investment objective should address these six criteria: Minimum required yield.
Check on Your Beneficiaries…Today!
When you pass away, what you leave to your loved ones is important, but so too is how you leave those assets. Making certain that
Administrator Must File for Portability for Surviving Spouse, Court Says
The administrator of a decedent's estate in Oklahoma appealed an order from the trial court forcing the administrator to file a federal estate tax return