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What is a Power of Attorney?

January 21, 2021 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

A Power of Attorney is a document in which the “Principal” gives powers, duties, and responsibilities to the “Agent” who acts for the Principal under certain circumstances. The Power may be over health matters (a Health Care Durable Power of Attorney – also known as a Health Care Proxy or Advance Health Care Directive in some states) or financial matters (a General Durable Power of Attorney). I often get calls from family members and loved ones saying they “need to get a power of attorney” over … [Read more...]

Updating Your Plan: Powers of Attorney

January 20, 2021 by Wendy W. Harn Leave a Comment

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As we enter the new year, it’s a good time to think about updating your plan. This includes your entire plan, including Powers of Attorney. Powers of Attorney are part of even the simplest estate plan. A Power of Attorney allows your Agent to act for you. There are Powers of Attorney for financial matters and also those for health care. It’s important to consider whether you need to update either of these powers. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]

Estate Planning 101 Wills vs Trusts

January 15, 2021 by Michael Halliday Leave a Comment

Estate Planning 101 Wills vs Trusts

ESTATE PLANNING 101 – WILLS vs TRUSTS Your estate plan should accomplish some extremely important things, including protecting you, your assets, and your loved ones both now and in the future. Given everything your plan can, and should, do for you and your loved ones, you may not know where to start to ensure that your finished plan works as intended. If you die without an estate plan, your estate will be subject to intestacy laws in your state and likely have to go through the process of … [Read more...]

Tax Planning for 2021

January 12, 2021 by Michael Halliday Leave a Comment

Tax Planning for 2021

Planning is important for your income taxation during life as well as for any estate tax at death. Even though 2021 is just starting, it’s not too early to think about planning for whatever it may bring your way. … [Read more...]

Updating Your Plan: Your Trust or Will

January 6, 2021 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

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As we start the new year, it’s a good time to think about updating your plan. This includes your entire plan, including your primary vehicle, such as a trust or will. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]

Joint Tenancy Pros and Cons

April 24, 2020 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

Joint tenancy is a commonly used form of ownership between two or more people. It can be an easy solution. However, it can have drawbacks. Read on to learn more. Joint Tenancy Pros and Cons … [Read more...]

The SECURE Act and What It Means for You

April 20, 2020 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

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The SECURE Act passed in late December. The SECURE Act changes some lifetime rules, but the biggest change concerns rules for beneficiaries. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]

Best Places to Retire: State Taxation

April 17, 2020 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

You owe federal income tax wherever you live.  But your overall tax burden can vary dramatically depending on where you live.  Read on to learn more. Best Places to Retire: State Taxation … [Read more...]

Shrunken Asset Values Open Estate Planning Opportunities

April 15, 2020 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, has been a challenge confronting countries around the world. Not only has COVID-19 been challenging healthcare systems, but the social distancing required to combat the virus has also rocked financial markets. However, there may be an opportunity for those wishing to do certain types of Estate Planning. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]

How Are Trusts Taxed?

February 28, 2019 by Theron M. Hall Jr. Leave a Comment

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Trusts are useful vehicles both during life and after death. This article examines how trusts are income taxed. Grantor trusts are taxed to the grantor, regardless of whether the income is distributed to them. Nongrantor trusts are separate taxpaying entities but get a deduction for distributions to beneficiaries. Read the article to learn more. How Are Trusts Taxed? … [Read more...]

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