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Basics of Estate Taxes

A deceased individual’s estate is taxed when assets are transferred to their heirs or beneficiaries. An estate tax is not the same as an inheritance tax. It’s a tax on the total value of a person’s assets at the date of death. The estate pays the tax before any assets are distributed to beneficiaries or […]

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Estate Planning with Your Partner or Spouse

It is important to talk to your spouse or life partner about comprehensive estate planning before making any decisions. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, it is best to discuss your ideas to present a united goal. This conversation can be challenging if you and your loved one have different points of view about […]

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