Using a Special Needs Trust in Estate Planning

Trusts come in many different forms and serve many different purposes. For families who have a special needs beneficiary, it is important to consider the use of a special needs trust within the estate plan. A special needs trust, sometimes called supplemental needs...

Insurance Considerations For Divorcing Couples

Divorce can be a stressful and traumatic time in anyone’s life. Dealing with insurance decisions is way down the list of fun things to do, but understanding insurance requirements, responsibilities and some creative planning can prove to be invaluable both pre-and...

Home Sale Gain Exclusion for Taxpayers

Taxpayers who sell their home may qualify to exclude all or part of any gain from the sale when filing their tax return. Here are some things that homeowners should think about when selling a home: Capital Gains Tax: The profit from selling your home is taxable income...

Personal Will

A will indicates how the will’s maker (testator) wants his or her probate property distributed at death. A probate estate includes a decedent’s real estate and personal property, including cars, furniture, bank accounts, stocks, and other belongings, as long as: the...

Tax Implications for Divorcing Business Owners

Divorce can bring many changes to a Net Worth statement, as assets are allocated between the ex-spouses.  In addition, consideration should be given to tax-related items, like filing status, deductions, and credits.   Qualified Retirement Plan Accounts A Marital...