Between June 30, 2023, and September 30, 2024, the United States experienced a significant increase in bankruptcy filings. For the 12-month period ending June 30, 2024, there were 486,613 bankruptcy cases filed, marking a 16.2% rise from the 418,724 cases filed in the previous year. This upward trend continued, with 504,112 filings recorded for the […]
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What Impact Will It Have On You and the Beneficiaries of Your Retirement Accounts Post Your Death? On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (the SECURE Act), effective January 1, 2020. The SECURE Act contains, by far, the most significant changes to retirement planning in a […]
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Are you feeling bogged down by clutter, deadlines, and incomplete tasks? As we approach the new year ahead, make it your goal to do a few simple things over the course of a day or two that will bring you increased productivity and peace of mind for 2020. Tidy your Tech Just like your home, […]
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Estate planning doesn’t just determine who gets to inherit your belongings when you’re gone. This process also helps you coordinate all aspects of your life so 1) you can be taken care of financially and healthcare wise if you’re ever unable to care for yourself, and 2) your money and property are distributed to the […]
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Each person accumulates a wealth of knowledge and experience during a life well-lived. No matter how wealthy you may be, you have a great deal to share with your loved ones. An ethical will, sometimes also called a legacy letter, is a great way to pass on the wisdom that you have acquired. This can […]
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According to U.S. News and World Report, the average cost of tuition and fees for 2019/2020 is $10,116 at an in-state public university and $36,801 at a private university. This excludes housing, books, and meal plans, which typically add thousands of dollars. There are many ways that you can save for your children’s or grandchildren’s […]
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The structure of families has changed in the United States in recent decades. According to statistics cited by the Pew Research Center, six out of ten who remarry are part of blended families, and in about half of those remarriages, stepchildren live with the remarried couple. If you or your grown children are part of […]
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November is National Adoption Month, a month in which we focus on adoption, adoption issues, and the children within the adoption system who need permanent, loving homes. Thousands of children are adopted each year, bringing joy and love to their new families. If you’re part of one of these families, now is a great time […]
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Airbnb and similar alternatives to hotel stays are growing in popularity among homeowners and vacationers. If you’re considering opening your home to travelers, or if you have a home or other rental property that generates income, the following asset protection and estate planning considerations will be helpful. Owners Need Protection from Liability In any rental […]
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A revocable living trust (RLT) is a commonly used estate planning tool. But what exactly are RLTs, and what do they accomplish? Who do they impact, and how can they be changed? What are Revocable Living Trusts? Trusts are legal entities that hold title to property for the benefit of a living person, and a […]
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