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Estate planning services refer to the process of managing and distributing one's assets and properties after their death, in a way that ensures the smooth transfer of wealth to the intended beneficiaries while minimizing taxes and other expenses. Estate planning services may include drafting legal documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, as well as providing guidance and advice on strategies for asset protection and wealth transfer. These services may be provided by lawyers, financial advisors, or other professionals with expertise in estate planning. Effective estate planning can help individuals achieve their long-term financial goals and provide peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones.

Don't fight over an inheritance

Why Naming Beneficiaries Is Important to Your Estate Plan

Posted on: January 3, 2022 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you’ve ever spent time working through your estate plan, you know how important it is to select and update your beneficiaries.
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How a Miller Trust qualifies you for Medicaid

Miller Trust - Can I Restructure Assets to Qualify for Medicaid?

Posted on: December 30, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Several types of special income trusts and other strategies can be helpful, when trying to protect your family’s assets from the devastating costs of long-term care.
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What is a POD account ?

TOD and POD Accounts: What’s the Difference?

Posted on: December 29, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A TOD account allows the account holder to name a beneficiary on a non-retirement financial account to receive assets at the time of the account holder’s death, thereby (generally – i.e., when used correctly) avoiding probate.
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New IRS portability rules

What is the Purpose of an ILIT?

Posted on: December 27, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Life insurance is a sophisticated financial product, with as many variations and permutations as there are creative insurance companies (there are many) and creative insurance planners (there are even more).
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Big COLA increase in 2023

Do Young Adults Need Estate Planning?

Posted on: December 22, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Highfalutin terms like “estate planning” can put off younger adults and conjure grandiose notions of excessive wealth.
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Unmarried Couples and estate planning

When Should Your Review Your Estate Plan?

Posted on: December 21, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Many people are under the impression that since they have a trust, they don’t need to do anything else. That’s not true. The trust you created years ago may not be appropriate for you now.
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What if co-executor s don't get along

Who Should I Name as Successor Trustee?

Posted on: December 20, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
You created your revocable living trust to hold your assets. You did so because of the probate avoidance and other benefits. You may have included sophisticated tax-planning provisions in your trust.
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Assistance for caregivers

Caregiving - How Do I Handle Mom’s Healthcare Needs as She Ages?

Posted on: December 17, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you're a caregiver for a loved one, you have a lot on your plate. However, one of the most difficult tasks — especially if they have any health conditions — may be figuring out how best to communicate with their medical team.
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New IRS portability rules

Beneficiary - What If Their Dad Dies before Me?

Posted on: December 16, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
What if parents have wills and their contingent beneficiaries are their two adult children. If one of the adult children dies before the parents, who gets that contingent beneficiary’s share?
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Open enrollment mistakes

Digital Assets - How Do I Prepare a Digital Estate Plan?

Posted on: December 15, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
However, in a world where more and more of our personal information is stored online, it's also imperative to make a digital estate plan, so your loved ones can access your digital property.
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