It’s important for estate planning attorneys to stay up on the latest developments and techniques. The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorney held its semi-annual conference in Atlanta last week. Read on to learn more about the topics discussed at that cutting-edge conference.
Planning is important when providing for any of your children. But planning is even more important for special needs children. Without proper planning, an inheritance can jeopardize a special needs child’s needs-based benefits, such as SSI or Medicaid. Read on to learn more about planning for special needs children.
Clients often want the simplest estate planning solution possible. However, the simplest solution is doing nothing. Usually, doing nothing does not result in the desired outcome.
COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, has been a challenge confronting countries around the world. Not only has COVID-19 been challenging healthcare systems, but the social distancing required to combat the virus has also rocked financial markets. However, there may be an opportunity for those wishing to do certain types of Estate Planning. Read on to learn more.
There’s something about estate planning that scares many people. In fact, you may be so scared and intimidated that you put the process on the backburner. This is particularly true among those who are creating an estate plan for the first time. Despite your unanswered questions and concerns, there’s nothing to shy away from. Once … Read more
There may come a point when you realize that one or both of your parents would be better off residing in a nursing home. It’s a difficult decision to make, but along with the help of your parents and their doctor, you can decide what to do next. As you plan for nursing home care, … Read more
Planning is important. If you don’t plan, your assets go pursuant to the state’s default plan, which may be very different from what you want. If you plan, you can be sure your assets go exactly to whom you want and in a manner that can benefit them the most.
This examines the basics of asset protection. It includes some specific strategies to reduce asset protection risk.
The Kiddie Tax can apply to the unearned income of children. Read on to learn if this tax applies to you or your children. Also, learn ways to avoid the Kiddie Tax.
If estate planning is on your mind – regardless of the reason or your circumstances – you should consider the benefits of consulting with an estate planning attorney. Upon doing so, you’ll feel less pressure and more inclined to make sound decisions. Here are some of the many reasons to consult with an estate planning … Read more