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Why Can’t We Have a Joint Trust If We Are...

Joint trusts are beneficial for many married couples, especially if they have a stable relationship, do not have many creditors, and do...

Mental Health Awareness Month: How an Estate Plan Can Help...

Roughly one in five US adults experiences a mental illness each year. Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions,...

5 Things to Know Before Including a Limited Liability Company...

When it comes to protecting your hard-earned money and property, it is important that you have the right plan, which can include...

Garn–St Germain Act: What You Need to Know

It is important to let your estate planning attorney know if you own real estate that is subject to a mortgage. Most...

Basics of Estate Taxes

In the United States, estate taxes are levied on the transfer of assets from a deceased individual’s estate to their heirs or...

SECURE Act 2.0: Impact on Special Needs Trusts

A special needs trust (SNT), or a supplemental needs trust, is a legal entity that helps individuals of any age with disabilities...

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