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Using Legal Means to Transfer Wealth to Heirs While Avoiding Taxation

Posted on September 27, 2023 by michellepyatt
Using Legal Means to Transfer Wealth to Heirs While Avoiding Taxation

In order to protect your legacy and your heirs from excessive taxation, you should apply tax avoidance principles to wealth transfer. Still, it requires careful planning and oversight to ensure techniques don’t cross the line to tax evasion. Assessing tax… Read more »

Trusts Are Important Estate Planning Tools

Posted on September 6, 2023 by michellepyatt
Trusts Are Important Estate Planning Tools

An estate plan involves distributing property and money after a loved one dies. Though many people are familiar with wills as a means of distributing assets, trusts can be even more effective. A trust is a legal arrangement where a… Read more »

What You Need to Know About Appointing a Power of Attorney

Posted on August 23, 2023 by michellepyatt
What You Need to Know About Appointing a Power of Attorney

In the event that you become incapacitated in some manner, you should plan ahead and appoint a trusted agent to take care of your affairs on your behalf. These legal documents can grant broad authority to one or more power… Read more »

A Guide for Understanding Grantor-Retained Income Trusts

Posted on August 16, 2023 by michellepyatt
A Guide for Understanding Grantor-Retained Income Trusts

A wealth transfer or estate planning strategy may include strategies that preserve assets while providing financial benefits to those who inherit them. One such strategy is the grantor-retained income trust (GRIT). GRITs offer a unique opportunity for individuals to retain… Read more »

Understanding the Two Types of Remainder Trusts

Posted on July 26, 2023 by michellepyatt
Understanding the Two Types of Remainder Trusts

In philanthropy, charitable giving has long been a cornerstone. People enjoy making meaningful contributions to causes that are close to their hearts. For those who wish to support charitable organizations while also benefiting from tax advantages and income streams, charitable… Read more »

A Guide to Understanding the Probate Process

Posted on July 5, 2023 by michellepyatt
A Guide to Understanding the Probate Process

During probate court, a person’s will is validated and the executor is responsible for handling the decedent’s assets, debts, and final tax filings legally and according to the decedent’s wishes. To begin probate, a personal representative or executor must file… Read more »

After the Death of a Loved One, How to Handle Their Digital Footprint

Posted on June 28, 2023 by michellepyatt
After the Death of a Loved One, How to Handle Their Digital Footprint

It is common for adults to not have made a will or estate plan, let alone one that addresses their online profiles and accounts. As your online presence grows professionally and personally, taking charge of your digital assets and plans… Read more »

Planning an Estate for an Unmarried Couple’s Assets and Property

Posted on June 14, 2023 by michellepyatt
Planning an Estate for an Unmarried Couple’s Assets and Property

The number of Americans who are widowed or divorced has reached record levels, causing new partnerships to form among older Americans. The US Census Bureau reports that more than half of all older adults have only married once, opting to stay legally… Read more »

What Is the Process of Estate Administration?

Posted on June 7, 2023 by michellepyatt
What Is the Process of Estate Administration?

The estate administration process involves managing a deceased person’s assets and distributing them to their beneficiaries. This process typically includes identifying and inventorying the decedent’s assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing any remaining assets to the beneficiaries named in… Read more »

Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning: The Perils

Posted on May 24, 2023 by michellepyatt
Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning: The Perils

Do-it-yourself estate planning may seem like a cost-saving option. However, it can be costly in the end, both financially and in terms of family well-being. Estate planning involves important decisions about how your assets will be distributed after you die… Read more »

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How Mary Ebb Helped Me Draw Up a Will and Establish a Trust Mary Ebb was very helpful to me in drawing up my will, establishing a trust, and in setting forth my wishes about end of life medical care.... Read more »

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