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What to Do When a Parent Dies and You’re the Executor

Darrow Wealth Management

Checklist for executors of their parent’s estate Get organized Where are the original estate planning documents located? Who is the attorney who drafted the estate plan? Inform them of your parents passing and discuss options for support in settling the estate.

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3 Celebrity Estate Planning Slipups Clients Can Learn From

eMoney Advisor

That occasion marked an agreement with the IRS on a $156 million value on Prince’s real estate and recordings for the artist who died in April 2016—without a will. What can we learn from celebrity estate planning disasters like this? Such cautionary tales prove the value of proper planning. It turns out, plenty.

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Selling a Business? Brokers Share Tips on How to Maximize the Sale Price

Darrow Wealth Management

Make your business more sellable later by getting advice now Business brokers often recommend getting a valuation done years before expecting to sell the company. Your business advisory team may consist of: a business broker or M&A advisor, accounting and tax advisors, and transaction/M&A attorney.

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What to do After the Death of a Spouse

Darrow Wealth Management

Here’s a financial planning checklist for surviving spouses. Kristin McKenna, CFP® first published an abbreviated version of this article on Forbes. In addition to making funeral arrangements and notifying family and friends, another priority is alerting your estate planning attorney and financial advisor.

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Deciding What To Do When You Inherit A House

Darrow Wealth Management

But first, it’s important to discuss the tax implications. Do you pay taxes on an inherited house? But typically, after inheriting the family home from a parent, the adult child[ren] beneficiaries will receive a step-up in basis for tax purposes. There are other angles when considering what to do after inheriting a house.

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Accountant vs. Financial Advisor: What Are Your Goals & Who Will Help You Get There?

Zoe Financial

Dear Zoe Experts, I’ve been looking for tax planning guidance and am deciding whether to hire a financial advisor or an accountant. Financial advisors focus primarily on investments, while accountants focus more on taxes and other record-keeping aspects of finances. You’re on the right track!

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Building Your Ideal Business Succession Plan

Carson Wealth

By Odaro Aisueni, CFP ® , Wealth Planning Administrator As a small business owner, you’re likely so immersed in the routine functions of your business that you haven’t yet put much thought into the day you leave it behind. For a comprehensive review of your personal situation, always consult with a tax or legal advisor.