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How Can I Leave Property to a Minor?

You cannot name a legal minor as a beneficiary. This applies to almost all legal documents, most notably wills and life insurance policies.
07/10/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What Questions Should I Ask to Help Prepare for Aging in Place?

A report from the University of Michigan found that only 15% of seniors had given home modification much thought, but it’s a good idea for families to use this time to plan ahead for aging in place.
07/07/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Top Five Mistakes to Avoid When Passing Wealth to the Next Generation

What could go wrong with this transfer of generational wealth? Several things, in fact.
07/06/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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How Does a Special Needs Trust Work?

If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues. However, you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support that your loved one requires.
07/05/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Should You Put Your Child’s Name on the Deed to Your House?

If a child you’ve added to your deed goes through a divorce, has tax issues, is sued by someone, or must declare bankruptcy, your house could be on the chopping block!
07/04/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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How Wealthy People Save on Taxes—Can Regular People Do the Same?

The wealthiest taxpayers have many tools at their disposal to pay less to Uncle Sam. Some tactics, like donating to charity via trusts, might seem far-fetched but are perfectly legal.
07/03/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Start Planning Now for Coming Changes in Estate Tax Exemption Levels

Clients with sufficient wealth to leave them exposed to future estate tax burdens need to understand that the time to act on the generous estate tax exemption established in 2017 by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is now—not when the expanded exemption sunsets the end of 2025.
06/30/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What Should I Do Now for a Successful Business Succession?

If there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s life’s uncertainty. While we all hope for the best, as a business owner, it’s important to be prepared for anything. Having an answer to life’s curveballs can help you stay in business, ensure that your legacy lives on, and that your business partners and family are taken care of.
06/29/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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Do You Pay Taxes on Gifts From Parents?

In an effort to keep taxpayers from transferring wealth from one generation to the next tax-free, there are specific limits to the amount of gifts one may give to any one person each year.
06/28/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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What is the Purpose of a Blind Trust?

Trusts can be used to hold assets for a beneficiary, and you may hear about them when carrying out estate planning or evaluating strategies to pass investments to heirs.
06/27/23 • by: Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC
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