Advanced Estate Plannning
Estate Planning: The Symphony of Wealth Management
Estate Planning: The Symphony of Wealth ManagementEstate planning for the affluent is akin to conducting a complex symphony, requiring harmonious integration of various instruments - or in this case, assets. It begins with a comprehensive evaluation of all assets and liabilities and a keen understanding of potential estate tax implications. Strategic Gifting: The Perfect Crescendo Strategic...
Estate Planning Simplified: Managing Your Assets Wisely
Estate Planning Simplified: Managing Your Assets WiselyThe Will and Asset Dilemma: Where to Begin? Estate planning can seem like an intimidating maze. But fear not, it's merely a process of ensuring the smooth transition of your assets. A central question is, which assets do you incorporate into your will? Do bank accounts, retirement savings like 401(k)s and IRAs, education savings plans like...
Guarding Your Children’s Future: The Pros and Cons of Trusts and Direct Giving
Guarding Your Children's Future: The Pros and Cons of Trusts and Direct GivingPlanning for your children's financial future is a significant responsibility. Two common strategies include leaving assets in a trust for your children or directly giving money to their guardian. Each method has its pros and cons, and the best choice depends on your specific circumstances and goals. This article will...
Decoding Estate Planning for Millennials: A Guide for Financial Security and Legacy Creation
Decoding Estate Planning for Millennials: A Guide for Financial Security and Legacy CreationAs millennials, we're often caught in the whirlwind of life's milestone moments - getting married, welcoming a new baby, or even diving into the world of investments. But in this flurry of activity, one vital aspect often gets lost: estate planning. This crucial roadmap not only ensures our financial...
Clients Who Have Outgrown their Estate Plan
Clients Who Have Outgrown Their Estate PlanAs estate planning attorneys, we work hard to set up estate plans that fit a client’s needs and ensure that everything works together for the client and their loved ones. Estate plans remain effective as long as they accurately reflect a client’s circumstances and current state and federal tax law. However, circumstances often change. So, too, should...
Decoding the IDGT Debate: IRS Revenue Ruling 2023-2 and Its Impact on Estate Planning
Discover the implications of IRS Revenue Ruling 2023-2 on Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts (IDGTs). The ruling clarifies that gifted assets to an IDGT are taxable to the grantor for income tax but do not receive a step-up in basis upon the grantor’s death. Learn how this affects estate planning strategies and asset protection for beneficiaries.
Five Things to Know Before Including a Limited Liability Company in Your Estate Plan
Jensen Law Office, PLLC 1833 N 105th St., Suite 301 Seattle, WA 98133Five Things to Know Before Including a Limited Liability Company in Your Estate Plan When it comes to protecting your hard-earned money and property, it is important that you have the right plan, which can include a number of tools for your unique situation. One tool that might benefit you is a limited liability company...
A Legacy Preserved: A Multigenerational Success Story with the Legacy Planning Model
Jensen Law Office, PLLC 1833 N 105th St., Suite 301 Seattle, WA 98133 A Legacy Preserved: A Multigenerational Success Story with the Legacy Planning Model Discover How Our Comprehensive, Customized Approach Helped the Anderson Family Safeguard Their Wealth and Pass on a Lasting Legacy As a way of introducing our Legacy Planning Model, I would like to introduce you to the hypothetical...
Retirement Planning Update
Jensen Law Office, PLLC 1833 N 105th St., Suite 301 Seattle, WA 98133 Retirement Planning Update Although we are still in the midst of winter, spring is on its way. It is important to remember upcoming April deadlines for retirement contributions and required minimum distributions (RMDs), but there have also been some recent developments that may impact your retirement planning. IRS...
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