Everyone has that one chore that always falls to the bottom of the to do list. It’s usually cleaning the gutters or washing windows. All too often, people wrongly lump estate planning into the “chore” category, pushing it to the bottom of the priority list. When the...
Month: January 2019
The importance of estate planning for art collectors
Art collectors generally put a lot of thought into what artwork to bring into their collection. It can also be very important for them to give careful thought as to what will happen with their collection when they pass away.Given the great emotional and financial...
Do good and avoid taxes with a trust
Everyone wants to establish a legacy during their lifetime – whether it’s for their career, their generosity or their ambition. People tend to underestimate how little actions can leave a considerable impact on the world around you. One simple way you can create a...
Can permanent residents travel outside the U.S.?
There is a misconception about a resident's ability to travel while holding a visa in the United States. Most people believe that once you are in America, you are not allowed to leave U.S. soil or else your visa may be at risk. The truth is that permeant residents are...
Why you should start estate planning as soon as possible
Being forced to talk about a day when you are no longer around for your family is probably not your ideal evening, but it may be something you need to do. Estate planning is necessary for all families, though it does require you to talk about an unpleasant topic. Even...
Divorce and estate planning information you need
Creating an estate plan and getting a divorce are both huge life events, but many people do not realize that they are connected. During a divorce, there are probably a million different things going through your head, but is estate planning one of them? If not, it...