Tag: trust


  • Estate Planning for a Blended Family: What to Know

    You’ve worked hard to build a life you’re proud of—and chances are, it’s a little more complex than average. You may have remarried, your new spouse brought children into the marriage, or you did. Maybe you have children together. Whatever your situation, you’re part of a blended family, and that makes estate planning not just…

  • Using an ILIT to Protect Your Wealth Now

    Congress may debate the future of the estate tax, but families with real wealth don’t wait to see how the vote goes. An ILIT (Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust) estate planning strategy remains one of the most reliable ways to protect your legacy—regardless of shifting laws. Today’s proposals to repeal estate taxes sound promising, but history…

  • Estate Planning for Business Owners

    Estate planning for business owners is crucial for ensuring that personal and business assets are transferred smoothly to the next generation or designated beneficiaries. Effective estate planning can help avoid legal complications, minimize taxes, and protect the business’s longevity. Below are some key considerations for business owners when planning their estates: 1. Business Succession Planning…