Taxes are a part of life. They are also a part of death. And frustratingly, if we’re not careful in life, we can pass them on to our loved ones in death through inheritance taxes! Inheritance taxes must be paid for all gifts received as part of an inheritance or trust. The amount of tax...

Worldwide, every minute, 120 people pass away. Death is not something we like to think about, but it is a certainty in all our lives. We don’t get to choose when our time on this world ends. One minute you’re there, and the next, someone has to carry on without you.

How can you help...

What happens to all your belongings when you die? Where will your finances go? Who will be in charge of carrying out your last wishes, and who will take care of you before you pass away? 

Estate planning IS a gift. Consider, you have already taken the effort and invested significant time...

At some point soon you will want to consider the future of your estate for after you pass away. You will have to decide how it will be divided up, which individuals to include in any plans you have for your assets, and how and if you want to leave a legacy,...

Estate planning law encompasses drafting of wills, trusts, guardianships and other documents that facilitate the transfer and management of property after death.

In the absence of a plan, the distribution of a loved one’s assets after death can sometimes get very challenging!

As an...

Many politicians use the words "death tax" to refer to a tax on your estate. This tax is the tax you pay to transfer your estate to your heirs upon your death.

It's a highly contested political issue many Americans don't completely understand.

So, will you have to pay estate taxes? If so,...

 A significant step in life is to set up an estate plan.

If you are in the process of taking this crucial step, you may be wondering if it is necessary to hire an estate planning attorney.

You do not...

Planning for death or incapacitation is something everybody needs to do.

The fact of the matter is that if you don't have a plan in place, you'll leave your loved ones with the task of trying to pick up the pieces.

Unfortunately, many people think that when it comes to