By Esther Claudette Gittens The holiday season is meant to bring joy, warmth, and togetherness, but for many families, it can also be a time of heightened tension. According to a recent study, nearly 38% of respondents admitted that family conflicts often arise during this time of year. In 2025, the...
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The holiday season is a time for giving, but while many focus on giving physical gifts, one invaluable gift often gets overlooked: estate planning. Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for everyone. One of the best gifts you can give your loved ones this holiday season is the ...
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Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and reflection. While most people consider it a holiday centered around food and festivities, it also provides a unique opportunity to connect with loved ones and share family stories and traditions. But this year, why not make Thanksgiving even more mea...
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The holiday season is a time of reflection, gratitude, and generosity. It’s the perfect opportunity to consider how your estate planning can embody these values by supporting causes close to your heart. Incorporating charitable giving into your estate plan not only creates a meaningful legacy but al...
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When people think about creating a will, they often associate it with couples, families, or individuals with significant wealth. However, single people need wills just as much—if not more—than their married counterparts. It’s not about the size of your estate, but about the control and empower...
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By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Vitalii Vodolazskyi / shutterstock.com Estate planning is the process of arranging how your assets, wealth, and personal wishes will be managed, transferred, or distributed after your death. In New York State (NYS), as in many other jurisdictions, proper ...
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By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Southworks/shutterstock.com Key Points of this Analysis Succession Planning: Users emphasize the importance of having a clear succession plan to ensure the business continues smoothly after the owner’s death. Valuation and Division: Estate planning profes...
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By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Rawpixel.com /shutterstock.com Key Points of this Analysis Donor-Advised Funds: Donor-advised funds as a flexible way to manage charitable giving during their lifetime and beyond. Charitable Trusts: How charitable remainder trusts and charitable lead tru...
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By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Fizkies / shutterstock.com Key Points of this Analysis State-Specific Laws: Understanding how state laws impact wills, trusts, and probate processes. Multi-State Issues: Managing estates across state lines, including differing probate rules and tax impli...
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By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Yuri A / shutterstock.com Key Points of this Analysis Covering Estate Taxes: How life insurance can help cover estate taxes, ensuring that other assets do not need to be sold. Providing for Minor Children: Highlight life insurance as a way to secure the f...
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