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Pink’s COVID-19 battle left her fearing for her life. During a conversation on Mark Wright’s Heart radio show, the 41-year-old singer revealed that she went so far as to rewrite her will, when she was ill last year.
You may love your son-in-law or daughter-in-law now, but that could change down the road. So, if you don’t want your money going to your child’s future ex, here’s what you should do.
Knowing when life insurance is taxable and how to avoid taxation can help families ensure their loved ones get all of their policy’s proceeds.
I feel I was taken advantage of to the tune of $3,500, when I set up a trust.
Many states have moved away from taxing assets after people die because of the harm to family businesses and farms. However, a new proposal before state lawmakers would double Illinois’ estate tax.
A living will is a legal document that allows you to specify the kind of care you’d like to receive in end-of-life situations. This is different from an advance healthcare directive, though either one can be an important part of an estate plan.
Under current rules, the federal estate tax won’t ever affect you, unless you’re quite wealthy. However, that could change rapidly, even if you are far from rich.
While most initial meetings with an estate planning attorney will result in some questions you likely have never considered, there are many ways in which you can prepare for a thoughtful and productive estate planning conference that will result in a better understanding of your goals and more efficient use of time with your attorney.
Whether you need a living will vs. living trust as part of your estate plan depends on your overall financial situation and goals. However, it’s helpful to consider the advantages of including one or both in your planning efforts.
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