New Tax Proposals Mean Some Should Review Their Estate Plans

Changes to Inheritance Taxes

A number of tax proposals being considered in Congress could significantly affect gifting and estate plans for those with larger estates — over $3.5 million. If you’re in that category, you might want to meet with your estate planner to take Read More …

Can You Name Minors as Your Beneficiaries?

minor as beneficiary

Most people want to pass their assets to their children or grandchildren, so should you name a minor as your beneficiary? No. Naming a minor as a beneficiary can have unintended consequences. It is important to make a plan that Read More …

Senators Propose Sweeping Changes to the Taxation of Estates and Inherited Gains

Inheritance Tax Changes

Vermont senator Bernie Sanders (D) has introduced legislation that would require more estates to pay estate tax and that raises the amounts they would pay. Another proposed law would eliminate the step-up in basis that inherited assets currently enjoy. Taken Read More …

Inheriting a House – Blessing or Curse? Key Areas to Consider and Plan For.

Do You Want to Inherit a House

We usually think that inheriting a home, a lake house, a plot of land or any real estate is a wonderful blessing, and it can be. However, without the proper estate planning, inheriting real estate from your parents also has Read More …

Don’t Give Your Home to Your Children to Protect it from Medicaid

Don't Lose Your House to Medicaid

Many people fear losing their home if they have to enter a nursing home and apply for Medicaid. They believe that they can preserve their home by transferring it to their children prior to applying for Medicaid. Transferring a home Read More …