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When you open an IRA, you need to designate a beneficiary. IRAs are a bet against the future that you will be there to reap the benefits of your foresight in paying yourself first. If the unthinkable happens, however, you do not want your years of sacrifice to go to the government. Designating your beneficiary is easy, and keeping it... more »
Those that have accumulated a large amount of money might find that they can use the services of a financial planner. Financial planner services aren't for everyone, but primarily those people with a higher income or who tucked away a comfortable savings. Some banks offer free financial planner services to their customers. These are... more »
Each state has its own state death tax laws. These laws can be categorized by either state death taxes based on federal statutes or taxes based on each state's tax rates, credits and exemptions. The amount of inheritance tax due, if any, is determined on a state-by-state basis according to that state's tax laws. more »
People who own stock often forget to plan how to disburse it after their death. Stock disbursement is one of the biggest headaches probate. Money of the decedent pays the remaining bills, federal estate taxes and fulfills any requirements of the beneficiaries under the will. How to turn stocks into money is the problem. Read on to... more »
To find out the value of your estate, add up the current value of every asset you own and subtract the value of mortgages and other debts. Add to this number the value of taxable gifts made and find your total. If this amount exceeds $2 million, then you will be liable for estate tax upon your death, which is the tax on your right to... more »
If you have been named as the executor of an estate, then you have a hard job ahead of you. In addition to mourning the loss of someone you were... more »
When you pass away as a U.S. taxpayer and your estate is passed on by will or not, your heirs are subject to a federal estate tax on the assets... more »
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