2018Jan
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HOW WILL THE NEW TAX LAW IMPACT YOUR ESTATE PLAN?

As we all know from the recent articles and news reports, the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 has many aspects. Although the new law did not repeal Federal estate and gift taxes, it has temporarily doubled the exemption amount applicable to each person. But be warned, the disparity between the Federal estate…

2017Jan
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THE FUTURE OF ESTATE PLANNING UNDER THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION

Like it or not, Donald Trump is the President of the United States. The landscape for estate planning, and specifically, estate tax planning, may greatly change under a Trump administration. Regardless of whether Trump’s proposals are passed in 2017, it’s a good time to review your estate plan and understand how it could be impacted…

2014Feb
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NAMING LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARIES: 8 WAYS TO SCREW UP

Naming who should get your life insurance money after you die sounds simple, but designating beneficiaries can get tricky.  Mistakes are common, and when made, they can be heartbreaking and expensive. When mistakes are made you’re not creating problems for you, you’re creating problems for the people you leave behind. HERE ARE EIGHT LIFE INSURANCE…

2013Aug
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DO YOU ACTUALLY NEED A LAWYER?

Sometimes it’s easy to know if you need to find an attorney. If you’ve been charged with a crime, been served with a lawsuit, or need a divorce – a lawyer is exactly what you need. Lawyers, however, aren’t just for criminals or those in litigation. Qualified attorneys can also provide advice and knowledge to…

2013Jul
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10 MOST COMMON ESTATE PLANNING MISTAKES

Estate planning seems so simple. It can be deceptive, though. Here are ten mistakes people commonly make that can cause chaos for your family later. These are not in any particular order of importance. Mistake #1: Believing Your Estate Is Too Small. Estate planning does not depend on how much you have. It is about…