Investing in cryptocurrency can have financial and estate planning impacts. Making investments is a risky business by definition. Even so, stocks and bonds and other investments are a common and necessary practice for outpacing inflation and for preparing for retirement. With the introduction of cryptocurrency, the landscape of investing looks a little different now. According […]
Physicians should have estate plans. Doctors undergo long years of schooling and residency to practice medicine. This requires incredible focus and dedication. As they begin their practices, these physicians shift this attention to building and maintaining their practices. According to a recent Medical Economics article titled “Physicians, get your estate in order or the court […]
An inherited IRA can carry significant taxes and fees. Gone are the days of the stretch IRA. The ability of families to pass their retirement accounts through generations was a beneficial tool for many. With the passing of the SECURE Act, an inherited IRA has a limited shelf life. According to a recent Aol.com article […]
Placing a home in a trust can be helpful or harmful. Protecting wealth and distributing assets can feel overwhelming. People worry about protecting their assets from bad life choices made by their heirs. They also worry about tax implications and whether their heirs will be able to pay these after they have died. According to […]
Retitling a house deed can lead to unfortunate unintended consequences. You own a home. If you are like many people, this is likely your most significant asset. As such, it should be an priority to consider in your estate planning. According to a recent St George News article titled “Naming a child on your deed […]
Splitting an inheritance with a sibling after the death of a loved one can be complicated. Your family is close. All siblings are equally responsible and none has any marital strife (of which you are aware). In short, your family has few liabilities but has ample love and respect for each other. Your parents explained […]
Financial affairs are often ignored as loved ones are dying. When loved ones are ill or dying, there already are many emotional and physical demands on the family. Family members are responsible for overseeing care. Sometimes this involves personally taking the loved one to appointments, preparing meals, or helping with bathing and dressing. Other times, […]
Life insurance provides protection for families with young children. Life insurance is not always necessary. If you are single and have enough saved to bury you when you die and pay any additional expenses or debts, you likely could bypass a policy. But what if you later marry, have children, and become "uninsurable" for some […]
Cryptocurrency can be easily misplaced after the owner has died. Non-digital and traditional assets are less likely to be lost or misplaced. Your children can see your home. They have probably admired your jewelry, art, and collectibles over the years. Bank and investment statements allow them to see how much money you in them. According […]
A testamentary trust can be created after you die. Some people really like the idea of using a trust in their estate planning. The control over the eventual inheritance distribution is appealing. These individuals are often torn between the appeal of a trust and the work it takes to maintain a trust. According to a […]
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