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Gun trusts are a great way to keep firearms in a family. They have offered a cheaper and easier way to pass certain firearms between generations. However, new rules will make them somewhat less beneficial. Certain firearms, such as machine guns and s… Read More

Families with members who have special needs that require continuing care have some estate planning options to make sure that care is provided fairly. When an adult child has special needs that require the help and support of parents it is important… Read More

Annual adjustments to Social Security benefits should allow those benefits to keep up with inflation. In reality, the system does not always work well. Since 1972 Social Security benefits have received annual cost-of-living adjustments. Using informa… Read More

Many Americans who are confident about their plans for retirement might want to reconsider, especially if those plans rely on Social Security or part-time employment. Recent survey results indicate that almost two-thirds of Americans are at least som… Read More

A recent IRS private letter ruling highlights why it is important to designate a contingent beneficiary for your IRA in case the primary beneficiary predeceases you. Individual retirement accounts are an important part of many estate plans. By design… Read More

Despite the Supreme Court's decision to legalize same-sex marriage in the U.S., many older same-sex couples still face challenges and need special estate planning. The decision by the Supreme Court to legalize same-sex marriage throughout the U.… Read More

If you listen to some politicians and alarmist headlines, then you might reach the conclusion that the Social Security system is doomed to fail at any time. The reality is that while the system needs adjustments the situation is not completely broken… Read More

A new study reveals that women can still expect to live longer than men on average. However, women suffer from more disabilities in those extra years. For some time, estate planning for older married couples has been based in part on the assumption t… Read More