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How Advisors Can Work With Attorneys To Drive Better Estate Planning Outcomes For Clients

Nerd's Eye View

Financial advisors add value for their clients not only by helping them grow their wealth, but also by working with them to create a plan for how to use it. While much of this process may focus on the client's own lifetime planning needs (e.g.,

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6 Things You Should Know to Create a Robust Estate Plan

WiserAdvisor

While a financial plan focuses on managing your finances during your lifetime, an estate plan is essential for determining the fate of your assets after you pass away. Estate planning involves the transfer of your assets to your heirs in the event of your passing.

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When Should You Have an Estate Plan?

Carson Wealth

Estate planning touches two critical aspects of our lives: It can direct the distribution of property while providing a structure of guardianship and care for ourselves as well as those we love and care for. But many people feel like estate planning happens when you’re older, and that’s a misconception.

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The Latest In Financial #AdvisorTech (April 2024)

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome to the April 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Why Do I Need an Estate Planning Attorney?

Carson Wealth

While there are certainly ways to do estate planning without a lawyer, for most people hiring an estate planning attorney makes the most sense. Estate plans can get complex fast, and even fairly straightforward estates can feel overwhelming if you’re not trained in the area. Do your research.

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Who Needs Estate Planning?

Carson Wealth

Estate Planning isn’t fun to think about. But estate planning is so much more than terminal actions – it helps set a stage for a rich life while protecting against unnecessary taxes and family feuds. . Who needs estate planning? Estate Planning in Your 20s . Craig Lemoine, Ph.D.,

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The Benefits & Purpose of a Trust in Estate Planning

Carson Wealth

Consult with an estate planning attorney in your state for specific guidance. Benefits for Blended Families Trust planning can be one of the most powerful avenues for settling your affairs, taking care of your loved ones and carrying out your wishes. The use of trusts involves a complex web of tax rules and regulations.