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Pros and Cons of a Will vs. a Trust

Either a will or trust can be the foundation of your estate plan. If it’s a trust, it’s usually a revocable living trust.
07/24/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What Should I Know about Selling My Business?

All business owners will have to exit their business either through retirement or undertaking a new endeavor. Some will leave it to a successor, while others will sell. Regardless of what you choose to do, it is never too early to start planning.
07/21/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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How Does Portability Work in a Second Marriage Estate Plan?

The family’s attorney and family office advisors should exercise caution in a marriage in which there are children from a prior marriage or other nonstandard family situations.
07/20/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Completed Gifts to Grantor Trusts Not Eligible for Section 1014 Step-Up

On March 30, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, which directly impacts a wide range of irrevocable trusts, including grantor retained annuity trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, insurance trusts and other intentionally defective ‘grantor trusts.’
07/19/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Who Pays Taxes, the Estate or Heirs?

The heirs of an estate can be liable to pay the estate or income taxes (and perhaps other obligations) of the estate.
07/18/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Plan for Expiration of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

This sunsetting creates a big imperative for business owners to take a closer look at tax planning, and not treat a grim fiscal inevitability like another unfortunate surprise.
07/17/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What Are My Elder Care Options?

The time to start researching elder care facilities, experts recommend, is before you need one. There are numerous options for elder care, and you don’t want to be caught flat-footed in the event of an unexpected health crisis. Those sudden situations can force you to make a quick decision without the knowledge to make an informed choice.
07/14/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What Are the Consequences of Dying Intestate?

If you die intestate, this means that you died without a valid will in place.
07/13/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Estate Planning for Today’s Modern Blended Family

The modern blended family has far more needs when it comes to estate planning than a traditional family. Here are some challenges, tips and solutions.
07/12/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What is a Pour-Over Will?

This type of will can ensure that your assets go where you want them to. However, there are many misconceptions about them.
07/11/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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