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Wealth Management and Estate Planning: Thinking Past Your Future

Posted on December 9th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer The very thought of planning past your foreseeable future is pretty daunting but it is vital that you remember just how important it is for not only you but your loved ones as well.  Estate planning tends to run way smoother and is a lot easier to navigate when individuals work with […]

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When Should You Use a Revocable Living Trust?

Posted on December 3rd, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer Estate planning is not the easiest thing to do. Many people get frustrated early on, especially if they are attempting to create an estate plan without the help of an estate planning attorney they can rely on. You likely have many questions when it comes to planning your estate regarding wills, living […]

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LEAVING RELATIVES OUT OF AN INHERITANCE: WHAT TO KNOW AND HOW TO GO ABOUT IT

Posted on November 23rd, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer Creating a Last Will and Testament can help make sure that a person’s assets pass to their family ones. As important as it is to designate who is to receive what, it can be just as important to state who is to receive nothing. DISINHERITANCE A person is considered disinherited when they […]

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Should You Avoid Probate?

Posted on October 17th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer Probate is the process in which a deceased person’s estate is distributed to the beneficiaries. Part of the probate process is making sure that creditors are paid with assets. State probate laws vary, but the legal process generally includes appointing someone to administer the estate, inventorying the estate’s assets, validating the will, […]

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Treating your Children Differently

Posted on February 21st, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer As a parent, you often want to make sure that you treat your kids as equally as possible. If one child gets new sneakers, you make sure the other kids get new sneakers. If a child wants to go on a school trip out of town, you want to give the other […]

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What tax obligations are associated with a living trust?

Posted on February 19th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

Estate Planning Lawyer If you are considering how best to plan your estate, contact a law office to schedule an appointment with a living trust lawyer. Putting legally recognized documentation into effect before one’s passing is a responsibility that many people avoid, to the detriment of their heirs and their final wishes. An attorney can […]

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Common Reasons People Delay Estate Planning

Posted on February 13th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS

  Estate Planning Lawyer No matter what your age or financial status, estate planning is something you should definitely be thinking about. The future is unpredictable and you want to be prepared for the unexpected. However, there are still many people that put off estate planning until it’s too late. Here are some common reasons […]

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Should I Have A Durable Power Of Attorney?

Posted on March 10th, 2015 by Don Pioletti

Do you know who will handle your affairs if you are incapacitated or otherwise unable to do so yourself? If you do not have a durable power of attorney, the state may dictate who can step in and handle your affairs if you are disabled or incapacitated. In some cases, your loved ones may need […]

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Use of CLAT Trusts to Reduce Estate Tax Bill Flourish in Low Interest Rate Environment

Posted on September 17th, 2013 by Joe Pioletti

Charitable Lead Annuity Trusts, or CLAT trusts, have become a popular method for individuals to minimize their Federal Estate Tax bill. Sometimes referred to as “Jackie O” trusts after the former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s will called for one upon her death in 1994, these trusts have the ability to transfer money tax free to […]

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