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One of the most simple ways to transfer assets is with gifts. This can play a big role in estate planning and other wealth preservation strategies. However, people often do not realize that gifts in Connecticut can have complex tax implications. Minimizing that tax...
Wealth is a central factor behind estate planning. Deciding on how to value your estate in Connecticut calls for some strategy on your part. However, an estate shouldn't just be planned out for when you die. Your estate can generate more profits, reduce your taxes and...
Estate planning can be complicated, but it may improve your quality of life and help ensure financial freedom and peace of mind for your benefactors. If you're a Connecticut resident, here are some ways that advanced estate planning can benefit you and your family....
An irrevocable life insurance trust can be a great estate planning tool for Connecticut residents. Often referred to as an ILIT, these instruments act as both the owner and beneficiary of large life insurance policies. Using an ILIT can help high net-worth individuals...
Tax policies are in constant flux. If you are one of the money-smart Connecticut residents who are eyeing the changes, it could be a good idea to investigate asset transfer strategies. Remove assets from your estate You already know that you want your kids to have a...
Giving to charity while at the same time generating income seems like an excellent way to put your savings into use. Many people in Connecticut are considering Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRT), although they lack a good understanding of how this vehicle works. A CRT...
A top reason people take part in estate planning and write a will with careful consideration centers on caring for family members. A person with significant assets likely doesn't want to see creditors and tax agencies take a substantial portion of the assets. However,...
Connecticut residents who have a significant amount of wealth in the form of assets and savings have many options when it comes to estate planning. Trusts are one of the most common entities that are set up to pass along wealth to future generations. One specific type...
Many entrepreneurs in Connecticut envision a day when an heir will take over the business they build from scratch. Business owners who include a succession plan as part of the estate planning process should carefully consider a few points when planning to leave a...
Some Connecticut residents don't tell their heirs about their will before they pass away. As a result, their beneficiaries have no idea what to expect and might not know how to handle their sudden wealth. To prepare your beneficiaries for their inheritance, it's best...