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Year: 2018

The advantages of a Roth IRA

Many of us have heard the term “Roth IRA” and may even understand that it is a good way to avoid paying unnecessary taxes or avoiding probate. Needless to say, many out there believe that there is a lot to like about this estate-planning tool. Some basics about the...

6 Tips for buying commercial real estate

The family home will be most American’s biggest investment. However, many individuals and businesses engage in buying commercial property. The purchase of commercial property involves the same concepts as residential property, but there are often different issues. And...

Knowing when and how to contest a will in probate

Thinking about contesting a will during probate is a fairly common part of the process for many. Of course, the standing of the objecting party will have a lot of bearing on the matter with children of the decadent ranking much higher than a distant cousin once...

Year-end tax tips for small business owners

The end of the year is coming up fast, particularly for small business owners. While there are a million details to resolve in what may be your busiest time of year, it is wise to think about the fiscal health of your business. There are a several tax and financial...

Estate planning and special assets

The internet has made it easier to sell or determine the value of collectable objects. Nevertheless, families may have no idea what the value of some old stamps, rare books, comic books or even that vintage car. Perhaps a parent was a little self-conscious about how...

Unwrapping the mystery of probate

After a loved one dies, you and your family will likely experience many endings and closings. Among these is the process of probate, which legally closes a deceased person’s estate, pays any lingering debts and distributes the remaining assets. To many, probate is a...

FTC shuts down overseas real estate scam

Real estate investments can be risky, particularly when it is for property outside the United States. Serial scammer Andris Pukke and others have now been charged with swindling more than $100 million out of American investors for property located in Belize. According...

Last minute adjustments to lower your tax bill

This year was the beginning of the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This means that taxpayers will likely need to make some adjustments to help reduce the potential for underpaying or overpaying their taxes. While there are just a few pay periods left before the end of the...