When a defective trust may be effective
A so-called defective trust may help business owners transfer wealth to other family members during their lifetime in a tax efficient manner.
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Posts from category: Estate and Wealth Transfer
Five estate planning considerations for year-end
Estate planning remains critical as investors seek to manage the distribution of assets as well as meet any state tax requirements.
Gift while living or transfer assets to heirs at death?
Individuals can choose to make a gift while they are living, or include it in their estate plan for distribution upon death.
Five questions to ask your estate planning attorney about the new tax law
Estate planning remains important for investors despite changes under the new tax law.
LGBT couples may have to navigate unique planning considerations
The path to achieve many financial goals, such as estate planning, may present specific challenges for LGBT couples, particularly those who are not married.
Three ways that tax reform strengthens ABLE accounts
Recent tax reform resulted in changes that allow families to save more in ABLE Accounts for the care of a child with disabilities.
Gifting strategy may provide tax advantage for some seniors
Seniors age 70½ and older may benefit from a unique provision of individual retirement accounts (IRAs) when considering gifting strategies.
Heirs of large estates may miss a valuable tax deduction
Some large estates will owe estate taxes this year and there is a valuable tax deduction that is often overlooked.
Life events can be an opportune time to connect with the next generation
When children inherit wealth from their parents, they may seek guidance elsewhere if they do not have a relationship with their parents' advisor.
A communications failure can derail your legacy
When wealth transfer fails from one generation to the next, a communications failure may be one of the leading causes.