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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.

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Why Won’t IRS and Social Security Like My Power of Attorney?

Posted on: April 9, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Every estate plan should have a power of attorney, in which you give one or more people authority to act as agents on your behalf, when you aren’t able to. Every estate planner and guide to estate planning will tell you that. What few will tell you is there are at least two important instances when the power of attorney (POA) won’t be recognized and followed.
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What doesn't Medicare cover.

Remind Me Why I Need to get a Will

Posted on: April 7, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A will is a legal document that allows you to decide what happens with your estate after you passed away. Unfortunately, not all people consider creating one because they think that it’s complicated and just an extra expense.
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Co-op and transferring to the kids

How Does Home Ownership Transfer after a Parent Dies?

Posted on: April 6, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My father passed away recently. How do we remove his name from the title to the home? Can we record a death certificate or have mom sign a new deed?
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Can I get less in Social Security ?

A Trust Fund can Work for ‘Regular’ People

Posted on: April 5, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
When you hear the word trust fund, you might think of the uber-wealthy giving their kids a big chunk of cash on their 25th birthday. However, trust funds aren’t just for the rich.
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New IRS portability rules

What Should I Do with My Valuable Beanie Baby Collection?

Posted on: April 3, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
COVID-19 has altered how we spend our time. Most forms of socialization were scaled back or continued virtually. The forced isolation reignited a passion for hobbies and collecting.
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New RMD rules

The Stretch IRA Is Diminished but Not Completely Gone

Posted on: March 30, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In the pre-SECURE Act universe, there were designated beneficiaries. These beneficiaries could be individuals (sometimes called named beneficiaries), institutions, such as charities, or estates.
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New RMD rules

If My Estate Is the Beneficiary of My IRA , How Is It Taxed?

Posted on: March 24, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
When an estate is named beneficiary of an IRA, what is the method of distributing it to one individual in the most tax-effective way?
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Talk to your parents about their estate plan

Estate Planning and a Second Marriage

Posted on: March 23, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Married people in second marriages with prior children often have to balance the future well-being of their spouse with that of their own children.
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5 biggest mistakes for beneficiaries

Estate Planning for a Blended Family

Posted on: March 18, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you’re in a blended family, you’re already aware of the emotional and financial issues involved in your daily life. However, what about the future?
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An invalid trust and gift tax

What Is a SLAT in Estate Planning?

Posted on: March 17, 2021 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you have been thinking about making large gifts to take advantage of the current $11,700,000 lifetime federal estate tax exemption, you have probably been contemplating a spousal lifetime access trust, commonly known as a SLAT.
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