The Basics of Estate Planning
Estate planning might sound like something just for wealthy people with huge beach houses and billions in the bank. However, the truth is that estate planning is something we all need to think about.
How Does a Trust Fund Work?
Trust funds are an important estate planning tool. They can protect your assets while you’re alive and help ensure that you leave money to your children or other loved ones after you die.
Can I Pay Less Taxes on My Retirement Funds?
You don’t get to use all the money in your traditional 401(k) and IRA for retirement because you still have to pay taxes on it.
What Can I Do Instead of a Stretch IRA?
Leaving behind a huge tax bill for your heirs with the stretch IRA scuttled? Here are some ways around it as lawmakers consider an updated SECURE Act.
What’s the First Step in Estate Planning?
For young professionals finding their way in the world and just beginning the journey of building wealth, death can seem like a far-off abstraction. However, the cold reality is that no one ever knows what’s around the corner — health problems and freak accidents can happen at virtually any time.
How Should I Handle an Inheritance?
Although you may be excited about the prospect of receiving unexpected money, there are certain financial moves experts say you should make to make sure you’re prepared for that inheritance.
