Tips for Avoiding Inheritance Mistakes
It is an emotional time following the death of a loved one. Inheriting an estate and dealing with the death of a family member brings mixed emotions. The loss of…
Should an Inheritance Between Children be Equal or Fair?
When it comes to deciding how to leave property to your children, it might not be as simple as you think. It will depend on their circumstances and your concerns.…
Do I Owe Taxes on my Inheritance?
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on April 13, 2022. Do I owe taxes on my inheritance? As qualified NY estate planning attorneys,…
Protect your child’s inheritance from divorce
Did you know that 50% of marriages in this country end in divorce? Subsequent marriage divorce rates are even higher; 60% for second marriages and 73% for third marriages. These…
How do I Protect my Child’s Inheritance from Divorce?
Did you know that 50% of marriages in this country end in divorce? Subsequent marriage divorce rates are even higher; 60% for second marriages and 73% for third marriages. These…
What is the Best Way to Protect an Inheritance?
We often see clients with concerns about loved ones who receive government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Medicaid. Since SSI and Medicaid have very strict rules as to…
What should I do with my inheritance?
When it comes time to receive an inheritance, most people usually have a good idea what they want to do with it. There are bills to pay, savings for retirement,…
Are You Concerned About Your Son-In-Law? Protecting your Child’s Inheritance – The Safe Trust Way
At a time in our history when the divorce rate in America is approximately 50%, and household debt is at a record high relative to disposable income, it is not…
Leave Your Inheritance the “Safe Trust” Way
Most parents (even parents of adult children) want to provide for their children—but not necessarily right away, and maybe not all at once. Recent studies have shown that more and…
All Inheritances Should Not Be Created Equal
As a dad and a newly-crowned grandfather, I can honestly say that every parent wants to love and treat all their children the same, but as an experienced attorney, I…