03 Nov My brother died. How do we put a value on his property?
There are standards to follow to value someone's property after their death....
Estate Planning
28 Oct Do I need to change my will if it’s about 10 years old?
It's smart to make sure your will reflects your current wishes....
25 Oct Do I have a right to see my sister’s trust?
Not everyone has a right to see someone else's estate planning documents. ...
19 Oct Does N. J. tax gifts or are they tax-exempt?
Gifting relates to the federal gift tax, not the federal income tax....
07 Oct How should our mom title her homes for estate planning purposes?
How a home is titled can make a big difference for taxes....
03 Oct Everyone says probate is easy and cheap. But what does it really cost?
Probate itself is not expensive, but an estate can face other fees....
19 Sep What will my ex’s pension mean to me if I need a nursing home?
Your income can make a big difference if you need Medicaid....
31 Aug If my parents give me money for a house, will it be taxed?
People can gift money without tax consequences, but records must be filed....