Gifting Strategies for Estate Planning

Gifting Strategies for Estate Planning

Articles, Estate Planning

Gifting Strategies for Estate Planning The federal government imposes a substantial tax on gifts of money or property above certain levels. Without such a tax someone with a sizable estate could give away a large portion of their property before death and escape death...
Use of Living Trusts

Use of Living Trusts

Articles, Estate Planning

Use of Living Trusts One of the most popular estate planning instruments today is the revocable living trust. Trusts are used to maintain control and disposition of assets after death, and some can be used to minimize the estate tax impact of property transfers. The...
A Will that Meets Your Needs

A Will that Meets Your Needs

Articles, Estate Planning

A Will that Meets Your Needs A will is a legal document that transfers what you own to your beneficiaries upon your death. It also names an executor to carry out the terms of your will and a guardian for your minor children, if you have any. Your signature and those...
Charitable Remainder Trusts

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Articles, Estate Planning

Charitable Remainder Trusts Definition A Charitable Remainder Trust normally is used as a strategy for converting highly appreciated assets into income producing assets, without income tax liability. The Charitable Remainder Trust is an irrevocable trust with both...