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Elizabeth D. Mitchell January 26, 2023

The Importance of Having an Estate Plan

We all know that we should create an Estate Plan, yet so many of us procrastinate in undertaking such an important task. Creating an Estate Plan represents a simple, yet effective way to provide … [Read more...] about The Importance of Having an Estate Plan

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Elizabeth D. Mitchell January 19, 2023

Tis the Season for Giving

Most taxpayers understand that to receive the benefit of charitable deductions, they need to itemize their income tax deductions. Creating a charitable giving strategy can be a great way for taxpayers … [Read more...] about Tis the Season for Giving

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education, tax planning

Elizabeth D. Mitchell January 12, 2023

Tax Planning for 2023

Planning is important for your income taxation during life as well as for any estate tax at death. Even though 2023 is just starting, it’s not too early to think about planning for whatever it may … [Read more...] about Tax Planning for 2023

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Elizabeth D. Mitchell December 29, 2022

What’s Retirement Got to Do with it?

As more and more Baby Boomers retire, many wonder where they should spend their golden years. Each person’s unique facts and circumstances should inform that decision, including, without limitation, … [Read more...] about What’s Retirement Got to Do with it?

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Phil Keenan October 27, 2022

Lessons from Patagonia

Estate planning often encompasses, at least in part, business succession planning. Many individuals own family businesses with the idea of passing the business on to the next generation. Of course, … [Read more...] about Lessons from Patagonia

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Phil Keenan October 13, 2022

Discharge of Indebtedness Income and Student Loan Forgiveness

While many taxpayers may be excited about the prospect of reduced loan balances as part of Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Program, they may have questions about the potential tax consequences of that … [Read more...] about Discharge of Indebtedness Income and Student Loan Forgiveness

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Elizabeth D. Mitchell September 8, 2022

The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part II

As part of the Estate Planning process, an attorney explores numerous topics with the client to help create a unique plan tailored to the client’s circumstances. Many estate plans use a trust as the … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part II

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Elizabeth D. Mitchell September 1, 2022

The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part I

As part of the Estate Planning process, an attorney explores numerous topics with the client to help create a unique plan tailored to the client’s circumstances. Many estate plans use a trust as the … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Asset Protection Planning and Estate Planning – Part I

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

Elizabeth D. Mitchell August 31, 2022

What the Proposed Treasury Regulations Mean for Deductions Under Internal Revenue Code Section 2053

To determine a decedent’s taxable estate, the Internal Revenue Code allows the decedent’s estate to utilize several deductions in various Code Sections, including Section 2053. The Treasury … [Read more...] about What the Proposed Treasury Regulations Mean for Deductions Under Internal Revenue Code Section 2053

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education, taxation

Elizabeth D. Mitchell August 25, 2022

Pondering Portability

The Internal Revenue Code grants spouses several tax benefits both during life and at death. Portability represents one of those benefits. Portability allows the surviving spouse to use the unused … [Read more...] about Pondering Portability

Filed Under: Estate Planning, legal education

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IRS Confirms Grantor Trust Status Alone Does Not Cause a Step-Up in Basis

The IRS released Revenue Ruling 2023-2 explaining that assets in a trust which is not included in the estate of the decedent don’t receive a “step-up” … [Read More...] about IRS Confirms Grantor Trust Status Alone Does Not Cause a Step-Up in Basis

Understanding the Importance of the Simultaneous Death Act

Most spouses create Estate Plans that are intertwined. The plans work well on numerous levels allowing the spouses to benefit the surviving spouse and … [Read More...] about Understanding the Importance of the Simultaneous Death Act

The SECURE Act – the Gift That Keeps On Giving

The SECURE Act of 2019 altered the landscape for IRAs significantly when signed into law. Just when advisors gained a level of comfort with the SECURE … [Read More...] about The SECURE Act – the Gift That Keeps On Giving

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