Taxes no longer are the main focus of estate planning, and they really never should have been. The broad goals of an estate plan should be to avoid chaos and discord among beneficiaries; to avoid or minimize probate; to protect assets from mismanagement by the children; and to protect assets from creditors and others.
Personal Finances
Personal finance is one of the most important aspects of living in the modern world. Too often ordinary people fail to learn about the opportunities that can most benefit them or follow the events that directly affect their personal finances. Although estate plans, insurance, 401(k)s and IRAs don’t elicit much excitement, when managed properly, they give us the financial freedom to do what we love.
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What’s the likelihood you’ll need long-term care at some point during your life? How will you pay for it? Let’s debunk some myths about and then take a rational look at long-term care and how to pay for it.
The Fed announced it will keep short-term interest rates near zero through late 2014. Is there anything you can do to safely increase the income on your cash balances?
Estate planning discussions tend to focus on the big picture, leaving a host of smaller details overlooked. Consider the following important, but often forgotten, estate planning issues to create a more complete estate plan.
Estate Planning isn’t just about taxes anymore. Follow these tips for a more complete estate plan.
Knowing about this one simple tool could significantly improve your awareness of your financial situation.
Many estate plans fail to divide non-cash assets in a fair an equitable way, leading to conflict and even litigation among family members. Follow these simple rules to ensure that the inheritence of your estate doesn’t lead to unintended hostilities.
When most people think of estate planning, they think assets and taxes. But a new estate plan feature rising in popularity is the ethical will, which is used to pass one’s personal and family history, wisdom, and life lessons to loved ones.
T’is the season for giving. Maximize your gift giving by following these tax-saving strategies.
According to a survey conducted for U.S. Trust, most people have key gaps in their estate plans. This leads to missed financial goals and an undersirable use of assets. Apply the following tips to build a better estate plan.
