A loved one dying can be extremely disorienting and sad regardless of the situation. However, if your loved one dies abroad, traveling in a foreign country, you can expect that both the emotional
In the golden age of the smartphone, you’re never far from a camera. This has made the sharing of videos and photos easier than ever before. Easy access to a quality camera has
How your accounts are owned has a big impact on your estate plan. The main objective is usually to ensure that no accounts and property are in only your name when you die.
When a loved one passes, it affects an entire family. However, when it comes to carrying out their wishes, not every family member has an equal say. In fact, in many cases, only
When a couple engages in foundational estate planning, one of the first questions addressed by estate planning attorneys is whether it makes sense for the couple to use a revocable living trust (RLT)
Comprehensive estate and financial plans are not just for the wealthy. Anyone who cares for a person or cause and who wants to provide for the person or cause after they die can
Besides directing what happens to your finances when you pass away, a comprehensive estate plan also addresses the possibility that you could become unable to handle your financial affairs while you are still
“Tax basis” is a term used frequently in tax law. But for many, the term is unfamiliar and intimidating—perhaps something they feel is better left to a certified public accountant to worry about.
What changes will we see to the tax code in the near future? At this point it is all speculation but don’t let that prevent you from making tax-free annual exclusion, medical-payment, and
Equality is a noble concept and one many people turn to when deciding how to divide up their estate. There are many circumstances in which equal distribution of assets among beneficiaries is the
