Powers of Attorney: More Important Than Ever
By: Manish Bhatia | Tags: Divorce, Outdated Documents, Powers of Attorney | Comments Off on Powers of Attorney: More Important Than Ever
3rd May 2020
Powers of Attorney have never been more important than they are in the current environment. The costs and consequences of not having Powers of Attorney in place far exceed the cost of having the documents prepared. Every adult who is … more
Your Estate Planning Goals
By: Manish Bhatia | Tags: Annual Gift Tax Exclusion, Asset Protection, Avoiding Probate, Beneficiary Designations, Divorce, Gifting Strategies, Joint Accounts, Minimizing Estate Tax, Minor Children, Outdated Documents | Comments Off on Your Estate Planning Goals
5th Apr 2020
Estate planning is about much more than just who will receive your assets after death. Proper estate planning can reduce the cost, time and likelihood of conflict when your assets are to be transferred to your loved ones. Planning for … more
22nd Oct 2019
1. Estate planning encompasses more than just taxes and asset distribution. 2. Failing to make your wishes known through legal documents increases the likelihood of unnecessary family conflict, costs and delays. 3. Having a proper estate plan ensures efficient estate … more
“Queen of Soul” Left Behind a Holographic Mess
By: Manish Bhatia | Tags: Avoiding Probate, Outdated Documents | No Comments
1st Aug 2019
World-renowned singer Aretha Franklin died on August 16, 2018, at the age of 76 in Detroit, Michigan. Franklin’s two marriages had ended in divorce and she had four children, the first when she was only twelve years old. She reportedly … more
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