by Mark Fishbein | Feb 28, 2025 | Family Trusts, Trustee
A family trust is a legal arrangement in which assets are held by a trustee on behalf of family members, known as beneficiaries. The primary goal of a family trust is to protect and manage assets for current and future generations, providing stability, reducing estate...
by Mark Fishbein | Feb 4, 2025 | Family Trusts
A family trust is a legal arrangement in which assets are held by a trustee on behalf of family members, known as beneficiaries. The primary goal of a family trust is to protect and manage assets for current and future generations, providing stability, reducing estate...
by Mark Fishbein | Feb 4, 2025 | Estate Planning
Gift tax is an often overlooked aspect of financial planning that can have significant implications if not properly managed. The IRS imposes this tax on transferring property from one person to another without receiving the total value in return. While gift tax rates...
by Mark Fishbein | Jan 16, 2025 | Living Trusts, Wills
Intestate succession is the legal process governing your assets’ distribution if you die without a will. When you pass away without a legally binding will, the state’s intestate laws determine who inherits your property. This seemingly straightforward...
by Mark Fishbein | Jan 16, 2025 | Asset Protection, Inheritance
The property transfer after death is a fundamental aspect of estate planning that ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes. So, how long do you have to transfer property after death? The answer depends on several factors, including state laws,...
