Trusts and Estates
Learn which trust is best for which clients, the tax benefits of different estate planning strategies and how to transfer wealth responsibly, as well as estate planning techniques that benefit families with special needs
After 25 Years, Schwab Charitable Has a New Name
By John ManganaroThe new name is intended to reflect how charitable giving has evolved over the decades.
June 17, 2024
Principal Ordered to Pay $7.3M to Medical Research FoundationThe foundation says the company let an advisor recommend unsuitable life and annuity products.
June 17, 2024
Connelly v. IRS Makes Buy-Sell Agreements More ImportantThe author predicts that life insurance will continue to play a role as a funding vehicle.
June 12, 2024
5 Top Planning Issues for Family PropertiesThese assets are often imbued with memories, history and intermingled finances, warranting careful consideration and planning.
June 12, 2024
How Advisors Can Help Women Adjust to WidowhoodDebt is a major financial challenge facing widowed women, a Thrivent survey found.
June 12, 2024
Ed Slott: Time for Some Clients to Ditch Traditional IRAsLow tax rates and big federal budget concerns put the traditional IRA in a precarious position, he says.
June 11, 2024
How a New Supreme Court Ruling Could Affect Business Owner ClientsOne reaction: Users of buy-sell agreements should take the disclaimers about consulting with tax advisors seriously.
June 07, 2024
Supreme Court Rules Against Estate in Business Buy-Sell CaseA stock redemption agreement didn't offset the value of the life insurance used the arrangement, the justices found.