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Does the way in which I hold title make a difference?
The nature of your assets and how you hold title to those assets is a critical factor in the estate planning process. Before you take title (or change title) to an asset, you should understand the tax and other consequences of any proposed change. |
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Estate Planning
Most of the people are aware of importance of estate planning. And if you have already a will and want to reform that, it may be much troublesome to plan your estate. If you don’t have an estate plan, your state’s law decides who is going to get your assets. |
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ESOP’s As Internal Buyers Of Your Stock Company
ESOPs are powerful planning vehicles for Exit Strategies. Even with today’s vibrant Mergers and Acquisitions marketplace, many business owners continue to ask about ESOPs as ‘internal buyers’ of their Company stock. Therefore it is imperative to help business owners and their advisors understand Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and how they can assist in developing effective Exit Strategies from a business |
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Tax Strategies for the Wealthy: Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT)
The Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT) provides a means for significantly reducing the estate tax consequences of the family home and one vacation home. The QPRT also provides an excellent asset protection vehicle since you no longer own the property once the trust is established. |
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Estate: Beyond The Living Will
Living wills have received a great deal of attention due to the recent Terry Schiavo situation. Because her end-of-life wishes were in dispute, family members battled each other in the courts over her treatment and care. By having a proper Living Will, you can avoid such confusion. |
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Investing: Readers Expose Mortgage Schemes
Getting a new mortgage? Watch Out! Mortgage brokers (even at banks) get paid on commission. As interest rates rise, they must become more creative to make a living. Many are honest, but there’s plenty that won’t blink an eye at taking advantage of uninformed consumers. Don’t be one of them! |
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Estate: Clear Up Estate Document Confusion
Few topics confuse investors more than figuring out what estate-related documents they need. Living Wills, Living Trusts, and Powers of Attorney are just a few of the terms that most find hard to define, let alone understand. |
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Estate: Signed, Sealed, Delivered - It's Theirs
My last few articles have focused on various end-of-life issues that were made very real to me due my mother-in-law’s recent death. In this article, we’ll discuss the simple steps you can take that will make dividing your personal possessions easier on your family. |
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Investing: The Ins And Outs Of Reverse Mortgages
Reverse mortgages have been around since 1989, but they are rapidly gaining in popularity. The complexity of reverse mortgages makes it difficult for the average senior to separate myth from reality. Let me help you decide if one is right for you. |
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Estate: Don't Leave Loved Ones In A Lurch!
Nothing brings home the importance of having our affairs in order than seeing the effects firsthand in your own family. My mother-in-law’s recent death means my family is dealing with the realities of settling her affairs. Her advanced-planning greatly simplified the process. And it will for you, too. |
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Estate: How To Legally Avoid Taxes On Gifts And Inheritances - Part 2
Last week I explained in theory how you can legally avoid paying taxes on gifts and inheritances. Avoiding taxes on gifts and inheritances is based on cost-basis. |
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Estate: To Trust Or Not To Trust . . . That Is The Question!
This article is about estate planning and to have a trust or not. |
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