There is a popular saying that "Nothing is certain but death and taxes." There have been many variations of this quote, one of which is attributed to Benjamin Franklin, but the phrase has been used for centuries and still seems relevant today; especially when...
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What lessons can we learn from Philip Seymour Hoffman’s will?
Residents across New Jersey were likely saddened by the recent death of famed actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. As tragic as his death was, however, it brought many important topics to light. Most recently, it is his will that has sparked some interesting...
IRS: Jackson estate owes $700 million plus penalties
In our previous post, we discussed how important it can be to ensure that a property has been properly evaluated, should the owner pass away. If mistakes are made in the valuation of a home, business or other asset, this can cause a great deal of headaches and...
New Jersey family shocked by property appraisal error
When it comes to developing an estate plan, there can be a number of challenges that people across New Jersey can face. They may have to make some crucial decisions about who inherits what, whether they want to set up a trust and what they want to happen to any...
New Jersey pet owners: Should you consider a pet trust?
According to recent reports, more than two-thirds of U.S. households have a pet. And of the 68 percent of homes that have a pet, many of them will have that pet for several years. For some, a pet is a life-long companion. But what if a pet outlives an owner? What will...
Why you may want to consider setting up a revocable trust
If you are like many other New Jersey residents, it is likely that you have recently made a list of some new year's resolutions for this year. People like to start out a year with good intentions and high hopes for what they can accomplish in next 12 months. Many...