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Estate Planning
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Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems
These problems are of the first world variety so we can start off by being grateful for them. Now onto the “problem”. You are generous and want to give a trusted friend or family member some cash. Handing money over to a trusted friend or family member can (unfortunately) be more complicated than you want…
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Tax Efficient Ways to Gift
Although some of these strategies may be changed or repealed if the proposed tax law changes that impact estate and gift taxes are passed, there are several ways you can gift to ultimately lower the value of your estate or tax liability for the year. Make gifts outright to anybody The annual gift-tax exclusion is…
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Estate Planning for Online Accounts & Digital Media
We tend to overlook the amount of information and possible assets we have located on the web – social media and networking websites (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), frequent flier miles, online credit card and bank accounts, subscriptions, photos, etc. What happens to all of this information and store of value when we pass away? Most family…
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Navigating the Death of a Loved One
The death of a loved one can be devastating and emotionally overwhelming. Over the coming weeks and months, you will be faced with unfamiliar but important decisions. Employ the help of loved ones and trusted advisors to assist with these responsibilities. Please remember that many people, such as family, friends, and professional and spiritual advisors,…
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Special Needs Planning: Resources and Items to Consider
Special needs planning is often narrowly thought of as simply creating a special needs trust. However, depending on the individual’s situation and needs, it may require much more. This article will focus on the resources and strategies available to those with special needs and their families who care for them. Childhood Federal legislation requires local…