by Christine | May 28, 2015 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estates, Inheritance, Living Trust, Probate, Tax Planning, Trusts, Wills |
Make it a point to learn about the factors and areas that must be addressed in estate planning in order to maximize, protect and preserve your legacy the absolute best way. You don’t have to be ultra-wealthy to have an estate plan. The Kokomo Perspective’s May...
by Christine | May 27, 2015 | Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estates, Living Trust, Trusts, Wills |
Coming together at 50-plus is different from getting married in your 20s, particularly when it comes to money. "You've had a lifetime of solidifying your money beliefs" and behaviors, says Janet Stanzak, president of the Financial Planning Association....
by Christine | May 25, 2015 | Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estates, Inheritance, Living Trust, Probate, Tax Planning, Trusts, Wills |
The House voted last week to repeal the estate tax, a longtime priority of Republicans that also spurred Democratic charges that the GOP is in the pockets of the rich. The 240-179 vote broke down largely on partisan lines, with seven Democrats voting to repeal the...
by Christine | May 22, 2015 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Estates, Retirement Planning, Trusts |
There are several corners of your financial life that can be simplified through consolidation. If you feel like your finances are all over the place and hard to manage, you just need to take a moment to de-clutter and get a system going. Also, it’s ok to ask for help!...
by Christine | May 19, 2015 | Advanced Health Care Directive, Conservatorships, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estates, Guardianships, Living Trust, Power of Attorney, Probate, Trusts, Wills |
"A lot of people think this is just about elderly parents, but it's a big issue for people with adult children away at school or on their own as an unmarried adult," said Carnick, president of Carnick & Kubik Personal Wealth Advisors. "Who's...
by Christine | May 15, 2015 | Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Estates, Gift Tax, Inheritance, Probate, Tax Planning, Trusts |
Most of us don’t want to just enjoy our retirement and have enough money for old age, but to leave something behind as well. But what's the best way to do that? Should you leave an inheritance, or give your money away while you're still around? Let’s take a...