Attorney Forrest J. Bass addresses the taxation of inheritances and how a number of factors are involved including the size of the estate, the type of assets comprising the estate and the timing of distributions.
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Florida has two whistleblower laws. One governs private-sector employees, while the other protects public-sector employees. The laws require all parties to follow specific steps to protect their rights.
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Issues to contemplate and tax considerations when naming your trust as a beneficiary for retirement benefits. Your attorney can help you correctly name the beneficiaries to meet your objectives.
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U.S. estate taxes and gift taxes can impact Canadian citizens or any other foreign citizen upon their passing when holding U.S. situs assets.
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Why real estate contracts should use a complete legal description of the property to be conveyed matching some or all of the property owned by the seller.
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Have you wondered if a trust might be a good fit for you? Attorney Fletcher H. Rush discusses the differences between a last will and testament and a revocable living trust.
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Title insurance is an important aspect of a real estate transaction. Attorney Roger H. Miller III discusses the basics of title insurance and why it is recommended.
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Attorney Forrest J. Bass explains estate tax portability and how to seek a private letter ruling from the IRS allowing additional time to make the election.
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Attorney Natalie C. Lashway discusses how prenuptial agreements may prove valuable even when assets are minimal and can provide predictability in case of a divorce.
Read more »When deciding who should inherit family heirlooms simply write a list, called a Separate Writing, then sign and date your list.
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