Estate planning is an essential task for everyone, especially given the ever-changing landscape of the federal estate tax. In 2023, the exclusion amount is at a record high, but that's set to change in the coming years. Here's what you need to know about the federal estate tax, its upcoming … [Read more...] about Understanding the Federal Estate Tax: Changing Are Looming
Seniors: A Pet Trust Can Provide Peace of Mind
There's no love quite like the love a dog can offer. For seniors, this companionship is not just emotionally enriching but can be a boon to overall health. Let’s delve into the life-enhancing advantages of dog ownership for older adults, discuss breeds that fit well with a senior lifestyle, and … [Read more...] about Seniors: A Pet Trust Can Provide Peace of Mind
Exploring Unusual Trusts That Can Complete Your Plan
When people think of estate planning, they often default to standard options like living trusts or wills. However, the world of trusts is broad, offering unusal trusts for various situations. Today, let's venture into lesser-known territories and explore unconventional trusts like rabbi trusts, … [Read more...] about Exploring Unusual Trusts That Can Complete Your Plan
The Trust Advantage: A Comprehensive Approach to Estate Planning
When planning your estate, a fundamental decision is often the choice between a will and a trust. Both tools are designed to pass on your assets, but they function differently. In many circumstances, a trust offers numerous advantages over a will. Let's delve deeper into the benefits of trusts and … [Read more...] about The Trust Advantage: A Comprehensive Approach to Estate Planning
Digital Estate Planning: Securing Your Online Legacy
As technology continues to play an integral role in our lives, it's becoming increasingly important to consider the management and protection of our digital assets even after we're gone. Digital estate planning is the process of organizing and specifying the handling of your digital presence, … [Read more...] about Digital Estate Planning: Securing Your Online Legacy
Estate Contest Risk Can Be Minimized
You should seriously consider the potential pushback when you are planning your estate if you are thinking about disinheriting a child or someone else that will be expecting an inheritance. While you are certainly free to make your own decisions in this regard, you can take certain steps to … [Read more...] about Estate Contest Risk Can Be Minimized
