Nobody wants incapacity, not for yourself and not for your loved ones. But planning for that possibility can avoid complications and increase options. The article discusses the elements of incapacity planning and the need for flexibility to do Medicaid planning. It discusses how a trust with Medicaid triggers can allow that.Incapacity Planning … [Read more...]
Retirement is Complicated
Many factors go into retirement decisions. This article examines many of those factors, such as where to retire, access to healthcare, income taxation, estate taxation, property taxation, etc. This article includes many links to helpful lists.Retirement is Complicated … [Read more...]
Retirement: It’s not Just About the Money
Many factors go into retirement decisions. This article examines some of those factors. Being financially prepared is one aspect. Having your estate planning in order is another. But, being socially and psychologically ready for retirement are yet other aspects which people often don’t consider. Be ready for your next phase of life, this article will help you get there.Retirement: It’s not Just About the Money … [Read more...]
Age-Related Retirement Milestones
Retirement takes planning. This article includes milestone ages, such as when you must begin taking distributions from retirement plans. The article also includes links to resources which will be helpful in your retirement planning process.Age-Related Retirement Milestones … [Read more...]
Planning for Retirement Plans and IRAs: Asset Protection
Perhaps the largest part of most Americans’ wealth is in their qualified plan or IRA. Planning for these assets is one of the most important parts of the estate plan, for many reasons. This article will discuss the asset protection of such plans and how a trust may be used to provide asset protection.Planning for Retirement Plans and IRAs: Asset Protection … [Read more...]
Estate Planning: Simple is not Always Better
Clients often want the simplest estate planning solution possible. While keeping it simple is an understandable goal, the simplest solutions are not often the best. This article shows a couple simple solutions for estate planning and why, in most circumstances, a living trust is at the center of a more robust estate plan and more likely to provide the desired protections.Estate Planning: Simple is not Always Better … [Read more...]
Planning for Retirement Plans and IRAs: Beneficiary Designation
Perhaps the largest part of most Americans’ wealth is in their qualified plan or IRA. Planning for these assets is one of the most important parts of the estate plan, for many reasons. This article will discuss the importance of beneficiary designations.Planning for Retirement Plans and IRAs: Beneficiary Designation … [Read more...]
Estate Planning: The Simplest Plan is Usually Not the Best
Clients often want the simplest estate planning solution possible. However, the simplest solution is doing nothing. Usually, doing nothing does not result in the desired outcome.Estate Planning: The Simplest Plan is Usually Not the Best … [Read more...]
Nongrantor Trusts Can Be Very Useful in Certain Situations
A trust may be taxed as either a grantor trust or a nongrantor trust. Each type of trust has advantages and disadvantages. This article examines a nongrantor trust and situations in which it might be useful.Nongrantor Trusts Can Be Very Useful in Certain Situations … [Read more...]
Beneficiary Designations, etc., Aren’t a True Substitute for a Trust
TOD / POD, beneficiary designations, and joint tenancy can be simple ways to transfer assets at death. However, these simple methods lack some of the benefits of a trust. Read on to learn more.Beneficiary Designations, etc., Aren’t a True Substitute for a Trust … [Read more...]
