Americans continue to get older, and more and more adult Americans with elderly parents are... [Read more...]
Why a DIY Trust Can Be a Very Bad Mistake
No matter what kind of trust you are creating, the temptation exists to create these... [Read more...]
The Essentials of a Living Trust
Many estate plans make use of a device that is known as the “living trust”... [Read more...]
Update on 2013 Estate Tax Law Changes
A key part of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA), the new tax law... [Read more...]
Selecting a Trustee: Family Member, Friend or Professional?
Many people who create Trusts do not have a family member or close friend who is... [Read more...]
Don’t Tattoo Your Medical Wishes
A couple of years ago an Englishwoman made it into the headlines after she had... [Read more...]
Four Questions Regarding Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts
1. What is a grantor retained annuity trust (“GRAT”)? A GRAT is an estate planning... [Read more...]
Getting Aging Parents to Warm to Estate Planning
As more and more baby boomers develop estate plans some are coming to the realization... [Read more...]
Living Trusts: The Basics
Over the coming weeks we’re going to look at various types of trusts and why... [Read more...]
What You Need To Discuss With Your Aging Parents
If you haven’t spoken with your parents about their retirement funds, estate plans, and wishes... [Read more...]
3 Practical Effects the Fiscal Cliff Deal Has on Estate Planning
Congress and the President were able to come together at the last minute and avoid... [Read more...]
New Year is a Chance to Look at Changing Face of Estate Planning
Years ago estate planning consisted of creating a will and maybe a trust to protect... [Read more...]
