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Do You Need a Trust?

by Randall J. Ryder November 22, 2011

Some Advantages of Trusts A majority of older individuals have taken the time to have a valid will written and shared with members of their family. Most people assume that since they have a will there will be no need for one’s assets to pass through a court after they die. Unfortunately, that is now [...]

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Popular Posts of 2010

by Randall P Ryder December 23, 2010

We have experienced tremendous growth over the past year—thanks to all our readers! We have a number of exciting additions planned for next year, so keep your eyes peeled! In honor of this momentous year, we wanted to take a look back at some of the most popular posts from the last year. Without further [...]

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New Estate Tax for 2011?

by Randall P Ryder July 22, 2010

The lack of an estate tax in 2010 has resulted in a number of issues for estate planners, and has allowed at least one massive estate to pass without being subject to the estate tax. According to a recent article, however, at least two legislators are working on a new estate tax plan. Recommend on [...]

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What is the effect of no estate tax in 2010?

by Randall P Ryder July 13, 2010

Congress has not passed new estate tax legislation, which has caused havoc on many people’s estate plans. For one family, the lack of Congressional activity has resulted in a financial boon. 2010 is free of the estate tax Because Congress has not passed new estate tax legislation, 2010 is free of the estate tax—which amounts [...]

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What Will the Estate Tax Be in 2011?

by Randall P Ryder June 15, 2010

Congress has not passed new estate tax legislation, meaning it is scheduled to return at unfavorable rates in 2011. There is still time for Congress to change things, but it is making things difficult for people to plan their estates. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Tell a [...]

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Using a Trust to Protect Your Assets

by Scott Ruhsam June 8, 2010

How you manage your assets is a critical aspect of estate planning. A trust is a legal relationship where one person holds property for another. Generally, a trust involves three people. The grantor, the person who initiates the legal relationship, and places their assets in the trust. The trustee, who holds the property in trust. [...]

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