Blended families may require more strategic estate planning. Many men and women in the United States get married, divorced or widowed, and remarried. As a result, families often consist of yours, mine, and ours children. While many families thrive with more members and more love, more people can also mean more complications. According to a […]
A last will and testament protects against a variety of negative consequences. Preventative measures are important. Many people keep umbrellas in their cars in case it rains. Applying sunscreen is common to decrease the chances of developing skin cancer. Expectant mothers often pack hospital bags in advance so they are ready to "deliver" at anytime. […]
Each quarter of the calendar year provides opportunities for estate planning. Businesses often divide their fiscal calendars into quarters. There are often benchmarks and checkups scheduled every three months. Doing so allows the business to better understand and manage its financial health. According to a recent Victoria Advocate article titled “Make quarterly payments to estate […]
The federal estate tax is likely to affect more people under the President Biden administration. The estate tax threshold has been farm, ranch, small business, and entrepreneur friendly in recent years under President Donald J. Trump. The current threshold sits at $11.7 million for an individual and $23.4 million for a couple filing jointly. Any […]
A trust can serve several purposes in estate planning. When it comes to estate planning, trusts are versatile tools. Although many people consider trusts to be of value only to millionaires and billionaires, this is not accurate. Rather, the average American may find that a trust would best meet their estate planning goals for their […]
The estate of Aretha Franklin may owe money to the government. Aretha Franklin certainly had a beautiful voice. Unfortunately, her estate was left in an mess. This left a mess for her family. According to a recent Detroit Free Press article titled “Aretha Franklin estate reaches deal with IRS to pay off claimed $7.8 million […]
You cannot neglect your finances in retirement. You have recently entered retirement. You are enjoying some time to yourself with fewer responsibilities. Even so, there are certain responsibilities you cannot ignore. According to a recent MoneyTalksNews article titled “7 Money Moves You Should Make After Retiring,” you cannot escape legal matters and financial decisions. What […]
A Roth conversion may be a wise choice during these uncertain times. Planning for retirement is never easy. It requires budgeting and sacrifice. Saving for the future can feel even more daunting with the economic uncertainty of the current pandemic. According to a recent Jacksonville Business Journal article titled “Covid-19 and the CARES Act enhance the […]
Trust funds are not only for the super wealthy. You have heard of trust funds. Perhaps you envision the Rockefeller family. Maybe you visualize mansions, diamonds, and summer homes. According to a recent Business Insider article titled “A trust fund gives you control over your money after you’re gone, and it’s not just for the […]
Saving for retirement requires intentional planning. Different stages of life have different demands and concerns. Whether you are young or seasoned, retirement should be prioritized. With so many demands on finances, this is not always easy to do. According to a recent Skimm article titled “9 Retirement Questions from Skimm’rs, Answered,” the best planning starts […]
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