The federal gift and estate tax exclusion is currently very high; in 2020, the amount equals $11.58 million for an individual and $23.16 million for a married couple. At this level, only very wealthy people need to be concerned about taxes at the federal level. This may change in 2026 when the increased exclusion amount […]
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You may decide to give to a charity because you believe strongly in a cause or organization, but there are also additional personal benefits to this move that you may or may not have considered. For example, charitable giving can reduce your yearly income tax bill and remove value from your estate, which can help […]
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The United States has experienced a surge in immigration since 1970, and in 2019 alone, approximately 1,031,000 foreign nationals obtained lawful permanent resident status. It is essential for those individuals, just like U.S. citizens, to have estate plans in place. But there are several special issues non-citizens will need to consider as they move forward. […]
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If you make a donation to a public charity, you are not limited to donating cash. Depending upon your finances and personal goals, you may be able to donate different types of accounts or pieces of property to the charity instead. Cash The fastest and easiest way to make a financial impact for your favorite […]
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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, […]
Read MoreAn inheritance might seem like a positive event or a beneficial financial windfall, but there are several circumstances in which declining an inheritance might be a good idea. If you comply with certain requirements, the law does allow you to refuse an inheritance if you choose. This rejection is called a “disclaimer,” and is defined […]
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Estate tax planning and income tax planning are rapidly evolving, and if you haven’t updated your estate planning documents in a few years, there’s a strong chance your outdated paperwork may no longer be valid or, at best, not work as income and/or estate tax advantageously as it should. Also, in December 2017, Congress passed […]
Read MoreEstate planning has truly evolved over the past 20 years. Gone is the uncertainty about federal estate taxes and the absolute requirement for married couples to use complex trusts to minimize these taxes. But also gone is planning for the “traditional” family. In fact, today estate planning is more complicated than ever before. Estate Planning […]
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