Moving business interests into a trust helps owners protect their legacy and create a clear path for succession. This guide walks through the process, benefits, and considerations of transferring various business structures into a trust. How Do I Transfer My Business...
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How New York Taxes Affect Your Trust
The intricacies of New York trust taxation shape how individuals and organizations manage their assets and plan for the future. Navigating New York’s complex tax framework requires understanding its specific rules and requirements, which impact trustees,...
Strategic Gifting: A Powerful Tool for Estate Tax Savings in New York
The strategic use of gifts can significantly reduce your estate's tax burden while benefiting your loved ones during your lifetime. With proper planning and timing, you can transfer substantial wealth while minimizing exposure to both federal and New York estate...
New York Estate Tax Planning with Trusts
Estate tax planning requires sophisticated strategies to protect your wealth and ensure it passes efficiently to future generations. Trusts stand as one of the most powerful tools in this effort, offering both tax advantages and asset protection benefits....
What are the Different Types of Trusts?
Estate planning can seem overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the various types of trusts available. A trust is a fiduciary arrangement that allows a third party (trustee) to hold and manage assets on behalf of beneficiaries[3]. Whether you're...
New York’s Transfer on Death Deed
Want to transfer property without probate in New York? The new Transfer on Death (TOD) deed law may be your solution. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about NY TOD deeds and how they can help you pass property directly to your loved ones. What...
The Digitalization of Estate Planning: Integrating Digital Assets for a Comprehensive Approach
Why is a Digital Estate Plan Important? In today's digital age, the digitalization of estate planning is crucial as a significant part of our lives and assets exist online. This article will explore the importance of including digital assets like social media...
Estate Planning Essentials for the Sandwich Generation
The Sandwich generation refers to a generation of people who are simultaneously caring for their aging parents and their children. This group often feels “sandwiched” between the needs of their parents and their children and may face challenges in balancing caregiving...
The Guardian in Your Pocket-How Your Mobile Phone Could Be Your Lifeline.
Part of every good estate plan is a life plan - and part of that life plan is planning for the unexpected. Lucky for us, like the communicator, ensured Captain Kirk's survival; the iPhone and Galaxy Phone are stellar additions to our electronic arsenal. In the modern...
Clean Slate: Navigating the Maze of Unwanted Subscriptions.
In the era of digital subscriptions, keeping tabs on services that automatically renew can be a challenge. However, fear not – we've compiled a guide to help you reclaim control over your subscriptions. From user-friendly tools to convenient services, here's how you...
Essential End of Life Documents: What You Need to Know
End-of-life planning is a crucial aspect of life that often goes unaddressed until it's too late. Beyond drafting wills and trusts, understanding the array of end-of-life documents is paramount for ensuring a comprehensive and legally sound estate plan. This guide...
How Marital Trusts Help Protect Blended Families
Navigating Marital Trusts: Securing Your Spouse's Financial Future Embarking on a journey of blending families brings its own set of joys and challenges. In this blog post, we unravel the complexities of estate planning for blended families and explore why the Marital...