There are two important reasons it is NOT a good idea to transfer a home into the name of an adult child for the purpose of qualifying for Medicaid….
estate and tax planning
Couples, Finances, and Estate Planning
Co-managing finances, while respecting the needs of each spouse, an be a challenge even for “traditional” couples.Legal advisors must take a sympathetic and compassionate approach as couples deal with legal considerations.
Good Business Owners Prepare for Bad Things to Happen
Bad things can and do happen to even very devoted and very skilled business operators, and having contingency plans is a vital aspect of owning a business.
Guardianships and Guarding Health Information
A new statute in Indiana addresses the dilemma health providers face when asked to provide information about an incapacitated individual….
College Loans Remain on the Estate Planning Radar
The the Supreme Court having struck down the President’s pan to forgive student loan debt, college financing is still a very important part of legacy planning for parents and grandparents.
Inviting Your Estate Planning Attorney to Criticize Your Thinking
Different generations can have different approaches when it comes to estate planning, and it’s important to invite your advisors to critique your planning to be sure all aspects are covered.
Tax Law Change Forces Estate Plan “Tweaking”
Using an irrevocable trust will no long protect heirs from having to pay tax on capital gains on inherited assets…..
Healthcare – a Key Component in Estate Planning
Healthcare – for both oneself and family members – remains a key component in any estate plan.
Sooner-Than-Later Business Ownership Gifting
When children are in lower tax brackets than the business owner, gifting of business interests can shift income to them.
Ready, Succession Plan Set, Go
Every single business will go through a transition – a sale, a transition to the next generation, or a liquidation. It’s never to soon to prepare for any of those possibilities….