Estate planning helps ensure that you and your loved ones will be protected no matter what the future holds. In our blog, we discuss the elements of an estate plan, how an estate plan prepares for possible illness or incapacity, what you can do to leave a lasting legacy for your loved ones, and much more. For answers to questions about your specific estate planning needs, please contact our office to request a free initial consultation.
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How Gift Taxes Work in New YorkLearn how gift taxes work in New York, including federal exemptions and estate planning. Consult our attorneys to protect your assets when gifting.
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Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning MistakesSomething we hear all the time is: “Can’t I just get a will online, do a transfer-on-death deed for my land, share a bank account with my kids, and be done it?”
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Your "Simple Will" May Simply Not Be Good EnoughA will is essential, but it doesn't cover everything. Learn what assets and provisions fall outside a will and how a comprehensive estate plan protects them.
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What to Know about Life InsuranceLife insurance can be an affordable way to provide for our children, a spouse, a sibling, aging parents, and other loved ones. Read the blog for more!
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What Happens to Your Digital Footprint?Plan your digital legacy. Ensure your executor has access to your online accounts and detailed instructions for managing your digital footprint after your passing.
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Personal Possessions and Estate PlanningPersonal items are typically not included in your will or trust. So, who gets those after you pass is up to you personally. Read the blog for more Info!
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Importance of Having Your Financial Information In OrderPrepare your finances now for peace of mind today and to ease your loved ones’ burden in the future when you are no longer able to manage them yourself.
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Things to Consider Before RetirementExplore key considerations before retiring to ensure financial security and peace of mind. Learn how proper planning can make your retirement stress-free.
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These Are the Top 6 Questions Your Attorney Will Ask When Drafting Your WillLearn the 6 essential questions your attorney will ask when drafting your will. Get expert guidance on protecting your assets and family's future.
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Issues with DIY Estate PlanningCan you create an estate plan with an online will, a transfer-on-death deed, and adding kids to your bank account? Learn why this might not be enough!
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Life Estates : The Potential ProblemsThis article discusses life estates, an often used planning tool, and the potential problems they may create. Our estate planning attorney explains more
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Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts: Understanding What They Are and Their DifferencesThis article will describe the difference between a revocable and irrevocable trust so that you can make the best estate planning decision for your personal situation.