Perhaps the largest part of most Americans’ wealth is in their qualified plan or IRA. Planning for these assets is one of the most important parts of the estate plan, for many reasons. This article by my friend and colleague Steve Hartnett, an estate planning expert, will discuss the asset protection of such plans and how a trust may be used to provide asset protection.
Planning for Retirement Plans and IRAs: Asset Protection
Timothy P. Murphy is an estate planning and elder law attorney whose practice emphasizes helping people to build, preserve and pass on their wealth. He works with his clients to accomplish their goals while avoiding unnecessary court proceedings and minimizing or eliminating exposure to death taxes.
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