If you were thinking about putting together a revocable living trust, this can be a powerful estate planning tool. It is one often chosen by people who want to avoid the probate process. Numerous delays and expenses may be associated with your estate having to pass through probate, which prompts many people to put together […]

Many people are taking the opportunity to look at their current estate plans and tax plans in light of new tax laws in the U.S. While everyone can benefit from a regular review of their estate planning tools, high net worth clients have the most to gain from setting up a time to talk about […]

If you do not have an estate plan, the state will create one for you by intervening on your behalf. When you pass away, virtually all of your assets are distributed in one of the following ways.  These can include: By state law or by will: Anything that isn’t distributed by beneficiary or by ownership […]

As you look ahead towards your own retirement, do you think you’ve done enough planning? In volatile times, it’s hard to tell what kind of risks you might face years into the future when it’s time for retirement. You need the support of a team of professionals who can help you guard against major retirement […]

There are so many different risks to think about and potential growth opportunities affecting entrepreneurs that far too many of them fall prey to missing out on important planning opportunities. One of these includes not preparing for a lawsuit well before it happens.  Most entrepreneurs only worry about this after a lawsuit has been filed […]

Historically low interest rates have been a major catalyst for economic growth in the last several of years, but this has also led to a surge in private equity firms that are looking to invest in a broad range of small and medium sized businesses.  This means that there is a once in a lifetime […]

The death of icons Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Prince rocked the world, but unfortunately, left their families burdened and broken hearted with estate taxes and fees. Despite having professionals to help with practically every aspect of their lives, none of these artists had a total estate plan, which ultimately ended up costing their heirs […]

A 529 plan is one of the most common methods for people to plan ahead for their children with regard to education. 529 plans are used by parents as well as grandparents to leave behind assets for a child’s use in college and beyond. The importance of naming a successor, however, cannot be understated. You […]

Planning ahead can make things easier for you and your loved ones, even if you are not currently affected by a disability or a medical condition that could lead you into a nursing home. If you do comprehensive estate a minimum of five years before you would need to enter a nursing home, you can […]

Many wealthy individuals set aside time to sit down with an experienced estate planning attorney to talk about how their bonds, stocks, private equity and more are passed down to heirs. However, they frequently leave out their art collection and do not allow beneficiaries to have the appropriate information to have it valued and protected.  […]