by Lisa Adler | Apr 23, 2021 | Elder Law, Estate Administration, In the News, Wills & Trusts
If you have lost a loved one to Covid-19, you may be able to seek reimbursement of funeral costs from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”). Information about eligibility, expenses covered, and application can be found on FEMA’s...
by Lisa Adler | Jan 1, 2021 | Estate Administration, Incapacity Planning, Intestate, Trusts, Wills, Wills & Trusts
The IRS has increased exemptions for 2021, which could be helpful to you. Specifically, the federal estate tax exemption has increased to $11.7 million (up from $11.58 million in 2020.) This is the amount you can transfer at your death or (as a lifetime credit)...
by Lisa Adler | Jan 1, 2020 | Estate Administration, Intestate, Trusts, Wills, Wills & Trusts
Happy New Year! Here’s what the new year brings for estate and gifting taxes. The 2020 tax changes are: The Estate and Gift tax exemption rate is increased (adjusted for inflation) to $11.58 million per individual in 2020. This is an increase from $11.4...
by Lisa Adler | Jan 20, 2019 | Elder Law, Estate Administration, Incapacity Planning, Intestate, Litigation, Trusts, Wills, Wills & Trusts
Is an estate planning tune up on your list of New Years Resolutions? If yes, you’re in good company! Check out this fun “punch list” from Above the Law: Estate Planning Resolutions For 2019: How To Be A Grown-Up In The New Year. This is a great list...
by Lisa Adler | Jan 1, 2019 | Estate Administration, Wills & Trusts
Happy New Year! Now, time to talk taxes! The 2019 tax changes are: The Estate and Gift tax exemption rate is increased (adjusted for inflation) to $11.4 Million per individual in 2019. This is an increase from $11.18 Million per individual in 2018. Planning...
by Lisa Adler | May 17, 2018 | Appointment of Healthcare Representitive, Estate Administration, Incapacity Planning, Intestate, Litigation, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills, Wills & Trusts
How should a mother provide for her children in her will? A recent article asks this question, pointing out that many women live alone and need to make decisions on their own, and not with a spouse or partner, regarding their estate planning, finances, and...
