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Estate Administration

The Last Note: Crafting a Comprehensive Letter of Final Instructions

September 19, 2023 by John McCann, Estate Planning Attorney

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Planning for the future, especially beyond one's lifetime, is a task that requires delicacy, detail, and depth. A key part of this process is creating a letter of final instructions. This letter serves as a guide for your loved ones after your passing, simplifying their tasks during a challenging time. In this blog, we will explore what this letter is, its purpose, and the critical elements it should contain. What Is It? A letter of final instructions is a document that outlines your wishes … [Read more...] about The Last Note: Crafting a Comprehensive Letter of Final Instructions

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, legacy planing, letter of final instructions

Why Do People Avoid Probate?

August 3, 2023 by Diana O'Rourke, Estate Planning Attorney

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If you've chosen to express your final wishes through a last will, you'll need to become familiar with the term “probate.” This process, overseen by the court, involves authenticating your will, settling any debts, and ultimately, allowing the executor to distribute your estate's assets to your designated beneficiaries. At first glance, this may appear quite straightforward. However, the probate process comes with certain disadvantages that might not be immediately apparent. Let's take a … [Read more...] about Why Do People Avoid Probate?

Filed Under: Probate Tagged With: avoid probate, Estate Administration, living trust

The Duties of an Executor: A Guide to Fulfilling Your Responsibilities

July 20, 2023 by Barry D. Horowitz, Estate Planning Attorney

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Being appointed as an executor is both an honor and a responsibility. It means that someone has entrusted you with the important task of administering their estate and carrying out their final wishes. While the role of an executor may seem daunting, understanding your duties and responsibilities can help you navigate the process with confidence and efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore the key duties of an executor and provide you with a comprehensive guide to fulfilling these … [Read more...] about The Duties of an Executor: A Guide to Fulfilling Your Responsibilities

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, executor's role, Probate

How Do You Choose a Trustee?

June 27, 2023 by Brian S. Karpe, Estate Planning Attorney

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Choosing a trustee for your estate plan is an important decision that requires careful consideration. A trustee is responsible for managing and distributing your assets after you pass away, so it's crucial to choose someone who is trustworthy, responsible, and capable of carrying out your wishes. In this post, we will discuss how to choose a trustee for your estate plan. Trustee’s Role Firstly, it's important to understand the role of a trustee in an estate plan. A trustee is responsible for … [Read more...] about How Do You Choose a Trustee?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, trustee

How to Cope With the Death of a Loved One

May 30, 2023 by Brian S. Karpe, Estate Planning Attorney

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Death is an inevitable part of life, and it is something that we all must face at some point. Coping with the death of a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences that anyone can go through. It is a time when emotions are high, and it can be hard to know how to deal with the pain and grief that comes with losing someone you love. Grieve in  Your Own Way The first thing to remember when coping with the death of a loved one is that everyone grieves differently. Some people may feel … [Read more...] about How to Cope With the Death of a Loved One

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: coping with the death of a loved one, Estate Administration, Estate Planning

Are Living Trust Distributions Taxable?

April 13, 2023 by Barry D. Horowitz, Estate Planning Attorney

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People often have questions about how taxes can impact inheritances, and we are going to look at taxation on living trusts in this post. But first, we will provide a general overview that will help you understand some of the benefits that these trusts provide. Simple, Efficient Estate Administration One of the most commonly held estate planning misperceptions is the notion that wills are very simple, and trusts are extremely complicated. The verbiage and the underlying principles that are … [Read more...] about Are Living Trust Distributions Taxable?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, Probate, taxes on trusts

Is Estate Planning Only for the Rich?

January 19, 2023 by Jeffrey A. Nirenstein, Estate Planning Attorney

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A lot of people think that estate planning is something that is only important for very wealthy people. They think that you do not need to work with an attorney to map out a comprehensive strategy unless you are a multimillionaire. In reality, this is patently false, and we will look at the subject in this post. Estate Taxes Part of this misconception comes from the little bits and pieces of information that folks hear about estates and taxation. Generally speaking, an inheritance is not … [Read more...] about Is Estate Planning Only for the Rich?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, Probate, spendthrift protection planning

What Does the Executor of a Will Do?

October 18, 2022 by John McCann, Estate Planning Attorney

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The executor of a will is the individual that will handle the estate administration tasks. It is not a ceremonial role that you bestow upon someone as a sign of respect, and we will look at the details here. Selecting an Executor If you decide to record your final wishes with regard to asset transfers in a will, you can name an executor when you are drawing up the document. The will is going to be admitted to probate after your passing, which is a court supervised process. This court would … [Read more...] about What Does the Executor of a Will Do?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, Executor of a Will, Probate

What Are the Benefits of a Living Trust in CT?

October 6, 2022 by Brian S. Karpe, Estate Planning Attorney

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The benefits of a living trust in CT are considerable, and we will take a look at the subject in this post. You may be surprised when you learn about the advantages that this very effective estate planning tool will provide. Total Control One of the misconceptions about trusts in general is the idea that you no longer have control of assets that you conveyed into a trust. To a large extent, this is true as it applies to irrevocable trusts. At the same time, if you create an irrevocable … [Read more...] about What Are the Benefits of a Living Trust in CT?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: benefits of living trust in CT, Estate Administration, spendthrift protection planning

Are There Any Connecticut Probate Shortcuts?

September 15, 2022 by Jeffrey A. Nirenstein, Estate Planning Attorney

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You should definitely know the basic facts about probate when you are making your estate planning decisions. In this post, we are going to focus on shortcuts that can circumvent the full process. However, we will start with a broad overview to help you see a complete picture. Estate Administration Most people assume that they should use a will to record their final wishes. This is certainly an option, and you name an executor when you are drawing up the document. They will administer the … [Read more...] about Are There Any Connecticut Probate Shortcuts?

Filed Under: Estate Planning Tagged With: Estate Administration, Probate Avoidance, probate shortcuts in Connecticut

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