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Estate and Gift Tax Rate Hikes: What Does This Mean for You?

Earlier in the year, Senator Bernie Sanders proposed new legislation that could make waves in the estate planning world. The “For the 99.5 Percent Act” was introduced, increasing the odds of sweeping federal estate and gift tax reforms during the…

How President Biden’s Proposed Tax Plan Could Impact Your Estate

This spring, President Joe Biden outlined a new infrastructure plan and American Families Plan to the tune of $4 trillion. In keeping with campaign promises, he plans to pay for these plans by raising taxes on corporations and Americans with…

Estate Planning During the Biden Era

New presidents often mark the beginning of a new era of tax laws. For President Biden, the estate tax is a very likely target for change. The impact of potential changes reaches far beyond the estate tax, though. With Democratic…

Moving Overseas? Plan Ahead.

The Wall Street Journal recently provided some guidance for Americans relocating overseas in “Moving Abroad? Here’s the Checklist.” Insurance. These regulations are frequently at the country or state level, so insurance that is valid or that can be sold in one jurisdiction may…

Complete a Complete Estate Plan

When it comes to planning, the focus is typically on making you better prepared for the future. That means limiting taxes, creating wiser investment strategies, knowing when it’s best to claim Social Security and developing sustainable retirement income plans. All…

How Not to Do It: Spending the Inheritance on Royal Souvenirs and Strippers

For the Scripps family, who were heirs to a media fortune, they simply spent their millions. According to an article on CNBC.com, “The Greed Report: Not a billionaire? You still need an estate plan,” they took luxury cruises around the…

Celebrity Estate Panning Leaves a Lot to Be Desired

One would think that big stars like Prince would have a team of high-powered advisors, compared to the average Joe and Jane. But that isn’t so, says CNBC in the recent article “Don't make these celebrities' estate-planning blunders.” Celebrities make…

Trusts from A to Z

Many folks assume that trust funds are only for the rich, however, people in all types of economic circumstances may see a benefit from them. A trust fund is a special legal arrangement that lets a benefactor arrange for certain…

Get a Life Insurance Check-up to Be Sure the Prognosis Is Good

Insurance planning shouldn't begin until there's been some financial planning, according to CNBC in its article “3 life insurance mistakes you can easily avoid.” They cite three common mistakes that can be easily avoided or fixed: Not enough insurance. About…

Librarian’s Estate Plan Includes $4 Million Gift to School

A former University of New Hampshire librarian’s $4 million gift to the school has received considerable attention due to the way the school opted to use the funds. This uproar is a reminder that estate planning is important, especially if…