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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.

How does Portability work?

What’s the Best Way to Make a Life Insurance Claim ?

Posted on: July 3, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
There might be a time in your life when someone you know pulls you aside at a family gathering and says that you’re the designated beneficiary of their life insurance policy.
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Keep your estate plan organized

What You Should Know about Constructive Trusts

Posted on: July 2, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
A constructive trust isn’t a trust in the traditional sense. For example, if you were creating a revocable living trust there are certain steps you’d need to take, including drawing up the trust document, naming a trustee, choosing beneficiaries and transferring property or other assets to the trust. This type of trust could be used to manage your assets during your lifetime and beyond, on behalf of your beneficiaries.
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When the Ward turns 18.

How Can You Disinherit a Child and Be Sure it Sticks?

Posted on: June 29, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Parents may delay creating an elder law estate plan, because of the in-law issue. Some parents are unfortunately estranged from an adult child, only because of the problematic son-in-law or daughter-in-law.
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Can a BDIT save you on taxes?

Update Will at These 12 Times in Your Life

Posted on: June 22, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
It is also important to realize that it isn’t merely ‘why’ you are updating your will, but ‘when’ you are updating that can make all the difference.
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Annuity Beneficiaries

What’s the Problem with Actor Jeremy Renner’s Trust for His Daughter?

Posted on: June 16, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The in-court fights between Hawkeye actor Jeremy Renner and his ex-wife Sonni Pacheco have not slowed, despite current world events.
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New IRS portability rules

Don’t Shrink Your Estate with Last Minute Tax Planning

Posted on: June 15, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Estate planning strategies such as family limited partnerships and gifts to charitable trusts are part of an estate planning professional’s toolbox to achieve client goals, such as minimizing taxes, effectuating philanthropic plans, teaching younger generations about a family business and passing on wealth.
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What was in Ray Liotta 's Will

How Can Estate Planning Protect Me from COVID-19 ?

Posted on: June 11, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The ongoing pandemic has made everyone have to face some unpleasant realities, including the idea that one day we won’t be here anymore. Do you know how to make sure that your affairs are in order for your loved ones?
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New RMD rules

Should I Use My 401(k) in the Pandemic ?

Posted on: June 4, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
My 401(k) has dropped $31,000 in three weeks. Should I borrow some now to prevent bigger losses?
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How does Portability work?

Estate Planning Options to Consider in Uncertain Times

Posted on: June 2, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
External events that cause reflection are good reminders to update estate planning documents.
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New RMD rules

How the CARES Act has Changed RMDs for 2020

Posted on: June 1, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Here is what you need to know about delaying required withdrawals from a retirement account until 2021.
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