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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.

Spousal Lifetime Access Trust ( SLAT )

Pre-Election Estate Planning Includes a Vast Variety of Trusts like a SLAT

Posted on: September 28, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Why wait? A variety of trusts—from SLATs to BDITs, GRATs and more—can help you be proactive in protecting your wealth.
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Disinhering a Child, what to know.

What Needs to Happen for a Deceased Spouse ?

Posted on: September 21, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The list of things you need to do after someone dies can seem endless, especially during a time when you are also grieving.
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What is a POD account ?

How a Bloodline Trust Can Save My Money from a Spendthrift Son-in-Law?

Posted on: September 18, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My daughter, my only child, recently married a nice man. However, he is not responsible with his finances. I don’t want my son-in-law to have any access to her money or through a divorce via equitable distribution.
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Legal Guardian and conservatorship

What Is a Fiduciary and a Fiduciary Duty ?

Posted on: September 16, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A fiduciary is someone who manages property or money on behalf of someone else. When you become a fiduciary, the law requires you to manage the person’s assets for their benefit—and not your own.
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When the Ward turns 18.

What Happens when an Autistic Child Turns 18, are they a Ward ?

Posted on: September 15, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you feel that your child will be incapable of making adult decisions on their own behalf, you can pursue a legal guardianship, so that you will retain the rights to make those decisions for them.
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New IRS portability rules

How to Make Beneficiary Designations Better

Posted on: September 8, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Beneficiary mistakes can result in retirement plan assets being transferred to unintended beneficiaries.
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What doesn't Medicare cover.

What Is a Testamentary Trust ?

Posted on: September 3, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
One component of your estate plan may be a testamentary trust, which is a legal document, usually created within a will, that becomes effective at your death.
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How do I know if I have an IRA inheritance ?

What are my Small Business Succession Planning Goals?

Posted on: September 2, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Small businesses are often caught up in growth cycles, profits and ensuring that products arrive to consumers on time. The life of a small business owner is a hectic one with many owners failing to follow basic estate planning and business law practices.
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Co-op and transferring to the kids

What Is a Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT)?

Posted on: September 1, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
When creating an estate plan, one important question to consider is how to handle the transfer of personal property, including your home. A Qualified Personal Residence Trust, or QPRT, is something you may decide to create to minimize gift and estate taxes associated for your heirs.
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Teeth and senior health

Different Grantor Trusts for Different Estate Planning Purposes

Posted on: August 31, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Trusts are legal entities that own assets, and all trusts are not alike. They are created by a written trust document with certain provisions that can vary from trust to trust.
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