How the Homestead Exemption Works in New York

How the Homestead Exemption Works in New York

Gabriel Katzner - September 27, 2024 - Asset Protection

The homestead exemption is intended to safeguard a person’s primary residence from creditors after they declare bankruptcy or upon the death of a homeowner’s spouse. It can also reduce property taxes by lowering your state property tax obligations. A homestead is a dwelling that a person uses as their primary residence, whether it is a […]

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BANKRUPTCY AND HOW IT AFFECTS YOUR ESTATE PLAN

Bankruptcy And How It Affects Your Estate Plan

Gabriel Katzner - January 6, 2020 - Estate Planning

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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