When Lauren Bacall died a few months ago, it’s reported she left an estate worth more than $26 million. She also left Sophie, her dog, to a close friend, complete with a considerable pet trust fund. She was confident that she would be well cared for. Generous was Ms Bacall; she left two of her long-time employees a sizeable gift of cash and, of course, she provided well for her grandsons and her children, Leslie Bogart and Stephen Humphrey Bogart. Pet trusts play an important role in estate … [Read more...] about Yes, Pet Trusts are Important
The “But” of a No Contest Clause
It seems as though a last will and testament would have no room for concessions, unfortunately, the countless drawn out legal cases between family members is proof that there’s always room for a challenge when one feels slighted. For most people, they know their final wishes will likely not settle well with some family members and in an effort of ensuring they don’t cause problems, they incorporate what’s known as a no contest clause. They’re ideal for keeping a lid on family problems, but then … [Read more...] about The “But” of a No Contest Clause
Where is NH Digital Access and Digital Accounts Law?
When the first law on the books was passed earlier this summer on digital access and who inherits our digital assets, many began wondering where New Hampshire is with its own law. This week, we take a look at neighboring Delaware’s passage of Digital Access and Digital Accounts Act and what we can expect from our own state government. A Solid Law On August 12, Delaware Governor Jack A. Markell signed his state’s version of the Digital Access and Digital Accounts Act. It marked the first … [Read more...] about Where is NH Digital Access and Digital Accounts Law?
Options For Those Denied SSDI in New Hampshire
Options For Those Denied SSDI in New Hampshire from Daniel DeBruyckere To learn more about SSDI in New Hampshire, contact our office today. If you're still being denied coverage, your next step is to request for a federal court review. … [Read more...] about Options For Those Denied SSDI in New Hampshire
Estate Planning Scams on the Rise
It seems like it would be a difficult scam to successfully pull off; however, the number of estate planning scams are growing and the ease in which some are doing this is startling. The most vulnerable in our society – children and the elderly – are always targets, but the ones passing off as legitimate estate planning experts have many in law enforcement looking for better ways to protect older Americans. Estate Planning Scams Most of us equate Bernie Madoff with Ponzi schemes. But did … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Scams on the Rise
Intestacy in Nashua, New Hampshire
Intestacy is the state or condition of dying without a will. If someone in Nashua dies intestate, the New Hampshire state government will oversee the dissolution of that person’s estate. There’s an order to how that’s done and it begins with ensuring the debts are paid. After that, a process begins that the remaining assets are paid in order, beginning with a surviving spouse, if there is one. Surviving Spouse If there is a surviving spouse, he or she will be first to … [Read more...] about Intestacy in Nashua, New Hampshire
Salem Estate Planning: Tables Turn – The Dreaded Talk, but Different Terms
Depending on the eccentricities of your family, the “talk” that you received, probably around the age of 13 or 14, was either something so horrifying that you swore off any of those activities for the entirety of your life (which probably didn’t happen) or you were so weirded out by the openness of your Mom, you wanted that image out of your mind for the rest of your life (which probably did happen). Now though, it appears the dreaded “talk” is back in season and this time, instead of having Mom … [Read more...] about Salem Estate Planning: Tables Turn – The Dreaded Talk, but Different Terms
Nashua Estate Planning: 401(k) May Not be the Cure All
Some are blaming the recession and it looks like a great place to start, but for many Americans, that classic 401(k) is no longer the golden child in estate planning. When the recession kicked into overdrive in 2008, many recall watching in horror as the indexes tumbled. The S&P alone lost a massive 37 percent that year. Translated, Americans with 401(k)s lost their assets, not to mention their faith in these financial planning vehicles. Before then, you’d be hard pressed to find anyone … [Read more...] about Nashua Estate Planning: 401(k) May Not be the Cure All
What Donald Sterling’s Ordeal Can Teach Individuals About Estate Planning and the High Cost of Capital Gains Taxes
Many people are familiar with the recent headlines relating to embattled Clippers owner Donald Sterling and the forced sale of the franchise resulting from an audio recording that was released wherein Mr. Sterling purportedly made some very racist remarks. While it would appear that Mr. Sterling stands to profit greatly from a sale of the Clippers team (even if it is against his will), there are some serious estate planning considerations that his legal and financial advisors must have … [Read more...] about What Donald Sterling’s Ordeal Can Teach Individuals About Estate Planning and the High Cost of Capital Gains Taxes
New Hampshire Estate Planning: Separating Fact from Fiction
New Hampshire Estate Planning: Separating Fact from Fiction from Daniel DeBruyckere Estate planning is for everyone, not just the wealthy. Here are a few of the biggest misconceptions associated with New Hampshire estate planning. … [Read more...] about New Hampshire Estate Planning: Separating Fact from Fiction
