When you hear the words, “trust fund,” do you conjure up images of stately mansions and party yachts? A trust is actually a great estate planning tool for many people…
Why You Need a Trust - Even if You Aren't Rich
With Tax Law s in Flux: What Should You Do Now? – Part 2
On September 13, 2021, Democrats in the House of Representatives released a new $3.5 trillion proposed spending plan that includes a wide array of changes to federal tax law s.…
House Democrats Propose Sweeping New Changes To Tax Laws That Stand To Have Major Impact On Estate Planning—Part 1
On September 13, 2021, Democrats in the House of Representatives released a new $3.5 trillion proposed spending plan that includes a wide array of changes to federal tax laws. Specifically,…
A Not-So-Happy Accident: Bob Ross ’ Estate Planning Failures Leave His Son With Next to Nothing—Part 2
As the host of the wildly popular The Joy of Painting TV series on PBS, Bob Ross became a pop-culture icon, who was equally famous for his giant head of…
A Not-So-Happy Accident: Bob Ross’s Estate Planning Failures Leave His Son With Next to Nothing—Part 1
As the host of the wildly popular The Joy of Painting TV series on PBS, Bob Ross became a pop-culture icon, who was equally famous for his giant head of…
Estate Planning Must-Haves For Single Parents
If you are a single parent, life for you right now probably couldn’t get any busier. You are likely being pulled between work, school activities, and home - and the…
Estate Planning 101 – Wills vs. Trusts
Wills and trusts are two of the most commonly used estate planning documents - they form the foundation of most estate plans. While both documents are legal vehicles designed to…
Legendary Rapper DMX Dies With No Will, Millions in Debt, and 15 Children—Part 2
Legendary hip hop artist DMX —born Earl Simmons—passed away on April 9 at age 50 after suffering a massive heart attack a week earlier at his home in White Plains,…
Legendary Rapper DMX Dies With No Will, Millions in Debt, and 15 Children—Part 1
Legendary hip hop artist DMX —born Earl Simmons—passed away on April 9 at age 50 after suffering a massive heart attack a week earlier at his home in White Plains,…
Don’t Forget To Protect Your Furry Family: Estate Planning For Your Pets
It’s sad but true that many pets end up in shelters after their owner dies or becomes incapacitated. In fact, the Humane Society estimates that between 100,000 to 500,000 pets…