Estate Planning
Learn the latest estate planning strategies to help clients pass on their assets to beneficiaries while minimizing taxes.
Warn Wealthy Clients Against Flimsy Asset Lists in Estate Plans
By Allison BellApril Rosenberry, a veteran estate planner, sees making a list of what the client owns as just a start.
September 01, 2023
Why a Roth Conversion Is a Powerful Estate Planning ToolUnder the Secure Act, Roth IRAs allow beneficiaries to enjoy 10 years of tax-free account growth.
August 30, 2023
Why Your Black and Hispanic Clients Need a WillHaving a will increases the chances of achieving one's bequest target, a new study finds.
August 28, 2023
How Do Annuity Death Benefits Work?What happens to annuity payments after the contract holder dies can vary. Here's what to know.
August 24, 2023
Wells Fargo Faces John Hancock Suit Over Life Insurance IssueWhat happens when the owner of an insurance policy uses it as loan collateral and sells it through a life settlement?
August 15, 2023
Ex-Vanguard CEO Joins VC Firm as AdvisorWilliam McNabb already serves on the boards of Venrock portfolio companies Altruist and Vanilla; he also has invested in both firms.
August 08, 2023
What Happens to 401(k)s, IRAs When Older Clients Get DivorcedRenee Hanson, CDFA, explains how retirement assets are divided and how to make the process less painful.
August 07, 2023
Warn Clients They Can Lose the Ability to Buy Life InsuranceHowever, USAA Life's president recommends compassion for late applicants.