The new tax law doubled the amount that can be passed free of federal estate taxation, at least through 2025. In 2018, an individual can pass $11.18 million free from federal estate taxation. But, estate planning was never just about estate taxation. The core of estate planning has always been about protecting your loved ones and the assets you leave them. There are many different ways you can protect your loved ones. Here are a few ways, depending upon the needs of your loved … [Read more...] about Estate Planning is About More Tan Taxes
Retirement is Complicated
Many factors go into retirement decisions. When should you retire? Where should you retire? Etc. Family and personal factors are perhaps the most important of these considerations. Where do your children, grandchildren, and friends live? Where do you have roots? What location has the weather and scenery you enjoy? How are you feeling? Financial issues are only one factor in choosing a retirement location. Depending upon the person, it may loom large, or it may not be a significant factor at … [Read more...] about Retirement is Complicated