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The Not-So Transparent Corporate Transparency Act

April 4, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

Estate Planning attorneys need to understand multiple issues ranging from taxes to asset protection to create a comprehensive estate plan. Passage of the Corporate Transparency Act adds yet another layer to the already complex world of Estate Planning. Beginning on January 1, 2024, any company that … [Read more...]

What Happens When You Don’t Trust Your Trustee – Part II

March 28, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

Trusts have become ubiquitous parts of estate plans. Many Estate Plans use revocable trusts as the foundation for the plan while others include irrevocable trusts. Regardless of the planning reason, every trust needs a trustee. The grantor may name the beneficiary as trustee, or the grantor may name … [Read more...]

What You Need to Know About SECURE Act 2.0

March 14, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

IRAs have become ubiquitous components of estate plans. The SECURE Act of 2019 altered the landscape for IRAs significantly. Just when advisors began to get comfortable with the new 10-year rule, the United States Treasury Department promulgated proposed Treasury Regulations early in 2022 adding … [Read more...]

The Importance of Having an Estate Plan

January 18, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

We all know that we should create an Estate Plan, yet so many of us procrastinate in undertaking such an important task. Creating an Estate Plan represents a simple, yet effective way to provide comfort and stability to your family upon your death by ensuring that your assets pass in the way that … [Read more...]

Tax Planning for 2023

January 11, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

Planning is important for your income taxation during life as well as for any estate tax at death. Even though 2023 is just starting, it’s not too early to think about planning for whatever it may bring your way. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]

Tis the Season for Giving

January 5, 2023 by Richard Gershberg

Most taxpayers understand that to receive the benefit of charitable deductions, they need to itemize their income tax deductions. Creating a charitable giving strategy can be a great way for taxpayers to save on taxes while benefiting their community. Certain techniques can be used in conjunction … [Read more...]

Lessons from Patagonia

November 15, 2022 by Richard Gershberg

Estate planning often encompasses, at least in part, business succession planning. Many individuals own family businesses with the idea of passing the business on to the next generation. Of course, the bigger the business, the more complex that endeavor becomes. Yvon Chouinard recently made … [Read more...]

Should I Co-Own Property with My Adult Child?

November 3, 2022 by Leigia Rosales

Avoiding probate is a common estate planning goal for good reason. Probate can be costly, both in terms of time and money and loss of privacy. One way to keep real property out of the probate process is to co-own the property with an adult child; however, you must create the right type of joint … [Read more...]

Discharge of Indebtedness Income and Student Loan Forgiveness

October 31, 2022 by Richard Gershberg

While many taxpayers may be excited about the prospect of reduced loan balances as part of Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Program, they may have questions about the potential tax consequences of that forgiveness. Under normal circumstances, creditors that discharge debt issue a corresponding Form 1099-C … [Read more...]

How Do I Title Thee…Part II

October 11, 2022 by Richard Gershberg

How Do I Title Thee…Part II

We often recommend a trust as part of a comprehensive Estate Plan. This article is the second in a two-part series that examines the effect that title has on an Estate Plan. The first step is understanding what forms of ownership your state recognizes and the potential benefits and detriments of … [Read more...]

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