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
3 Stretch IRA Alternatives for Estate Planning
By Nick ThorntonThe Secure Act puts the kibosh on most IRA stretches. Consider these strategies instead.
November 25, 2019
Why Is Talking With Family About Money So Hard?To get families talking, Lincoln Financial presented a social experiment.
November 13, 2019
How to Get Wealthy People to Trust YouIf trust is earned a little at a time, where do you start?
November 12, 2019
Fabric Adds Record Vault and Estate Planning AppThe web-based life agency's backers include an arm of RGA.
November 12, 2019
FINRA Floats Limit on Brokers as BeneficiariesUnder the proposed rule, such arrangements would have to be approved by the firm, said FINRA's Cook.
October 23, 2019
What High-Earning Executives Need, and Aren't Getting, From AdvisorsTo get and keep these wealthy clients, understand their needs and serve them on a level that most advisors won't.
October 18, 2019
Understanding Client Behavior: The Key to Long-Term RelationshipsForget about what you will earn. If you put the client first, you will reap the benefits.
October 11, 2019
How Advisors Can Help Families With Special-Needs ChildrenA knowledgeable financial planner can provide tools and resources for meeting these families' financial challenges.