
Lou Reed and the Wild Side of Estate Planning
Recent filings with the Surrogate’s Court in Manhattan (that’s probate court, for us non-New Yorkers) show that Lou Reed’s estate has already earned $20,379,169 (give or take a few bucks)
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Recent filings with the Surrogate’s Court in Manhattan (that’s probate court, for us non-New Yorkers) show that Lou Reed’s estate has already earned $20,379,169 (give or take a few bucks)

If you have assets, then you need protection. Protection from creditors, civil suits, the IRS, and even possible future claims of a spouse. Obviously, not all assets can be or

A ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court holding that assets contained in an inherited individual retirement account (IRA) don’t qualify as retirement funds for the purposes of bankruptcy exemption has

The man had inherited his father’s business when he was in his 30s and spent the next few years growing it into a $6 million company. When he later

All good wealth management includes estate planning as a component. Changes in the tax laws, modern trust conventions and family changes make periodic reviews of estate plans a real necessity.

Moving a parent into a care facility is often a wrenching decision for families. Despite the emotions involved, it’s important to remain clear-eyed when it comes to signing the contract.

Creating a last will and testament is a smart way to make sure that your loved ones receive your assets with a minimum of fuss and effort after your death.

A new study pegs the lifetime cost of caring for a child with autism at $1.4 million. For parents, there are no easy solutions. The good news: Sam is now

Real estate is often a family’s most valuable asset. It can be passed down from generation to generation and frequently carries a sentimental value beyond money. Handing down a major

You may have juggled a zillion family responsibilities both in and out of the house. But chances are you didn’t handle everything. Perhaps your husband handled the investments. Or dealt
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