You Can Avoid Unintended Consequences- Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning
Although there is certainly no shortage of people with selfish or malevolent intent, a great number of estate plans that end in disaster are due to unintended consequences.
Although there is certainly no shortage of people with selfish or malevolent intent, a great number of estate plans that end in disaster are due to unintended consequences.
A life estate is a type of property ownership or tenancy that grants an individual the right to use and enjoy a property for the remainder or their life. It gives an ownership interest to someone else.
During your life you will likely accumulate money, property and other items of value. These are your assets. Taken together, these assets — also known as your estate — paint a picture of the wealth you’ve built over time. Rather than lose all you’ve built when you die, planning your estate ahead of time can help you preserve your wealth by transferring your assets to your children or other beneficiaries.
It is a common misconception that only the ‘uber rich’ need an estate plan, when in actuality, everyone should have a plan.
With the possibility of needing long-term care in the future, many people are interested in proactive planning.
People approaching retirement ponder numerous questions. However, I’ve found that many of the most important questions revolve around the word ‘when.’
There is no Florida estate tax, although you may still be subject to the federal estate tax. It's one of 38 states in the country that doesn't levy a tax on estates, regardless of size.
Everyone needs to worry about estate planning. That planning doesn’t only pertain to what happens when you die but what could happen if you end up incapacitated.
A primary benefit of using TOD/POD designations is that assets held in the account will pass automatically to the beneficiary without having to go through probate.
Most estate planning starts with a will. The legal document covers what to do with your assets and provides important direction on the care for minor children.