Deborah Sexton
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The Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) ChecklistThe Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) is typically used to get the value and proceeds of an insurance policy out of an estate so they're not taxed for federal estate tax purposes.
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Arkansas Intestacy LawsIf you don't have a will, the state of Arkansas has one for you. Here is what happens to your assets under Arkansas intestacy laws.
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Talk to Your Family About Your Estate PlanIf you have begun your estate planning, you are taking an important step in planning for your future
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Your Estate Planning: Hire a Professional!Estate planning is an essential part of life. With proper planning, you can make sure that important future decisions are made
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A Guide to the New Estate Tax LawWhen a person dies, federal estate tax may be due. These are taxes that are due when the assets are passed to another person
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Estate Planning: Family Line ProtectionEstate planning affords you a myriad of choices and opportunities. This includes the opportunity to protect your assets so they stay in your family line.
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Estate Planning for Blended FamiliesEstate planning for blended families adds a layer of complexity. Each estate plan will differ based upon personal and financial goals as well as the age of and relationship with the children involved
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Benefits of a Life Insurance TrustAn Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) is a Trust used to hold your life insurance policy. Upon your death, your life insurance policy can pay into this Trust instead of directly to a beneficiary.
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It Could Happen to You, Every Parent's NightmareIf you are the parent of young children, the last thing you want to think about is what would happen to your child if you were not there to raise them.
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What is an Executor and What Are Executor Duties?The responsibilities of an executor can be demanding, but not if you've got a clear game plan.
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What is Estate Administration?If you're like most people, you've heard of the term, "probate." Essentially, the term "probate" and "estate administration" are used interchangeably and refer to the winding down of a person's financial life after death
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What is Elder Law?Elder Law is a term that has been coined to encompass the body of law regarding the aging population. It is an area of law that has seen significant growth as the baby boomer generation ages
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Death and Taxes What is the "death Tax"?The "death tax" is a euphemism for the estate tax. Estate tax is imposed "on the transfer of the taxable estate of every decedent who is a citizen or resident of the United States.
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Long Term Care: Home Based and Community ServicesMost people when they think of long-term care think of care in a nursing home. The majority of people only enter a nursing home when their needs can no longer be met outside of a treatment facility.
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Issues in Social Security '" Proof of MarriageIndia and Vance had been married for 27 years at his death. When she turned 62 she applied for widows benefits.
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Elder Law Issues '" GuardianshipScenario: Margaret and Susan are home for the holidays visiting their elderly father. They discover that while he is still managing to take care of himself personally that his vision is beginning to fail
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Divorce and Naming a Guardian for Your ChildrenIt really doesn't matter if you are divorced or married, naming someone to act as the guardian for your children is probably the most important part of your estate plan.
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Educational GivingActs of generosity are beautiful things for the most part, but there is a reason to proceed with caution when you are planning your estate for the good of your loved ones.
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What Can Your Durable POA for Health Care Do?A Medical Power of Attorney (POA) or Durable POA for Health Care is a legal document that allows you to provide a plan for your medical care when you can no longer manage decisions on your own.
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Settling an Interstate EstateWhen an estate has a Last Will and Testament or a Revocable Living Trust, that document will determine which heirs inherit which assets. If there is no Will or Living Trust, an estate is considered intestate.