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Annual Gift Tax Exemption for 2013
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What are the Drawbacks of Probate?
Barry D Horowitz Probate is the legal process of estate administration. A last will must be admitted to probate. during probate, the court will supervise the administration of the estate. Learn more about what are the drawbacks of probate in this presentation. [Read More]
How Fiscal Cliff Deal Impacts Estate Tax
We would like to share the outcome of the fiscal cliff compromise as it applies to the estate tax here so that you can understand the playing field going forward in 2014. As it turns out the maximum rate of the estate tax went up, but the increase is not going to be as damaging … [Read More]
What is Estate Planning?
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Complimentary Report: What are the Drawbacks of Probate?
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Consider QPRT in Light of Coming Changes
For 2014 the federal estate tax exemption is scheduled to be $5,340,000, which was an increase based on inflation from the exemption amount of $5,250,000 in 2013. As of this writing in 2012 the [Read More]
Introduction to Probate in Connecticut [Infographic]
When someone dies, there are certain financial and legal matters that must be settled through a process known as probate. Generally, probate involves the division of a person’s assets as well as the payment of any outstanding debts. Click here to view a larger image. [Read More]
What is the Unlimited Marital Deduction?
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What Is A Dynasty Trust?
The vast majority of people who are working do so because they are trying to earn a living. It is logical to try to make the most of the time that you spend on the job, and all responsible individuals would like to gain some financial security for the well-being of their family members. If … [Read More]
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