A Step-Up In Basis to Reduce Capital Gains
The step-up in basis reduces the capital gains tax on inherited assets. It is an effective way to preserve an inheritance and save money.
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#Freebritney is finally over. So, what did we learn?
Since 2008, Britney Spears has been under a conservatorship managed mostly by her father. Thanks to the “Free Britney Spears” campaign started by her fans everyone knows about her case. But most people do not know what a conservatorship is and what it does. To give you a better understanding, we are going to discuss the Britney Spears conservatorship. Let’s begin.
Five Things to Know About a Conservatorship
Whatever it is, it sounds scary, doesn’t it? Learn more about it so you can avoid it if need be. But if you must have one, appoint someone now who will serve that role.
Are My Estate Planning Legal Fees Tax Deductible?
Prior to 2018, you may have been able to deduct legal fees associated with estate planning. However, that all changed with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed that year by Congress.
Parents in the Dark with 18 Year Olds
Turning eighteen is a special time in life. High school graduation, new job, and possibly college. While your son or daughter may still seem like a “child” to you, turning eighteen brings about many legal changes for your newly-minted adult. But, there are some things that parents of 18 year olds must know. Parents of …
Practical Considerations as you Plan
As you begin to plan your estate, ask yourself these questions. They will help you to start seeing the big picture and also narrowing in on your wishes, desires and the expectations others may have of you.
The Age of Digital Assets
Our generation has entered a new age of “digital assets.” We use our computers, websites and software quite often. And with such use comes the need for a “plan” for them after your death.
