by David Edwards | Nov 12, 2010 | Estate Planning
Remember, if Congress does not act in the next few weeks, then on January 1, estate taxes will kick in for anyone leaving more than $1 million, with a top tax rate of 55%. Will the new Republican majority in the House make a difference? 1. The election did sweep more... 
by David Edwards | Jul 19, 2023 | Estate Planning
Life insurance can be a valuable tool in the estate planning process – providing protection and cash when your loved ones need it most. Many people ask us if life insurance should be a part of their estate planning. Our answer always depends on the individual... 
by David Edwards | Oct 3, 2022 | Elder Care Advising, Estate Planning
First, what’s the difference between Estate Planning and Elder Care? Estate planning and elder care/elder law are two areas of legal practice that are often under the same umbrella, but there are important differences between them. Many times these two concepts are... 
by David Edwards | Mar 31, 2022 | Estate Planning
Unfortunately, printing a will from the internet and filling in the blanks does not create an effective estate plan. It’s best if you take some time to educate yourself about the estate planning process, and that includes estate planning pitfalls to avoid. Here... 
by David Edwards | Jan 25, 2022 | Estate Planning
So, who pays your debts when you’re gone? Your spouse? Your kids? What happens when someone dies, leaving debts and not enough money to pay them? The Good News About What Happens to Debts When You Die Here’s the good news: No one else is required to pay your debts, as...