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
Demand for Estate Planning Booms Among Millennials
By Michael S. FischerThree-fourths of millennials surveyed have completed a will-based estate plan, a new study has found.
February 11, 2022
Top 12 Mega-Donors to Charity in 2021The Chronicle of Philanthropy has released its annual list of the biggest benefactors.
February 10, 2022
Slott, Pfau: When and How to Use Annuities, Life Insurance in Client PlansEd Slott discusses using life insurance to reduce RMDs; Wade Pfau talks about annuities for asset accumulation.
February 10, 2022
10 Things to Know About Spousal Lifetime Access TrustsThis investment vehicle can help you leave a legacy for your spouse and children and avoid gift tax.
February 09, 2022
Advisors Need New Estate and Trust Planning Tools as Demand Surges: SurveyOutdated technologies impede customer experience, Envestnet MoneyGuide says.
February 08, 2022
Can a Reverse Mortgage Crash-Proof Your Client's Retirement?A new study shows they can greatly reduce income volatility, reverse mortgage specialist Phil Walker tells ThinkAdvisor.
February 03, 2022
12 Things Not to Say to Widows or WidowersThese comments are well-meaning but can be counterproductive for a grieving spouse.
February 02, 2022
This Top-Ranked Advisor Has Never Been Fired by a Widowed ClientThe fastest way to alienate widows is to rush into portfolio discussions, Spuds Powell, ranked No. 1 by Barron's and Forbes, tells ThinkAdvisor.