One of the most common additions to a comprehensive estate plan is a trust agreement. Although every trust agreement is unique, one thing all trusts have in common is a Trustee who is charged with administering the trust agreement. Appointed by the Settlor (creator of the trust), a Trustee has a wide range of duties and responsibilities during the administration of a trust. For a first-time … [Read more...] about Common Trust Administration Mistakes
What Does an Executor Do?
Although people often fail to realize it, one of the most important decisions you will make when creating your Last Will and Testament is deciding who to appoint as your Executor. To help you choose the right person for the job, a Vero Beach estate planning attorney at Kulas Law Group discusses the role of an Executor. Probate Basics Over the course of a lifetime, almost everyone acquires … [Read more...] about What Does an Executor Do?
It’s Important to Have a Coordinated Estate Plan
There are many parts to an Estate Plan. The Revocable Trust is just one part. It’s important to coordinate the various parts of the Estate Plan. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about It’s Important to Have a Coordinated Estate Plan
How Often Do I Need to Update My Estate Plan?
Despite understanding the importance of estate planning, over half of all Americans do not have an estate plan in place. If you among the minority, and you have created an estate plan, you are a step ahead of the majority. Do not then make the mistake of never revisiting and revising your plan. Not having an estate plan in place makes probating your estate difficult; however, having an outdated … [Read more...] about How Often Do I Need to Update My Estate Plan?
Celebrity Estate Planning Mistakes
You might assume that anyone who does have substantial assets would have a well thought out plan in place. In reality, however, that is not always the case. In fact, some very well-known and well-off celebrities have died and left behind estate planning disasters. To help you avoid making them yourself, the Vero Beach estate planning attorneys at Kulas Law Group discuss some of the most famous … [Read more...] about Celebrity Estate Planning Mistakes
Estate Planning Conference Discusses “For the 99.5% Act,” SECURE, and More
The Heckerling conference, the largest conference for Estate Planning in the country, occurred recently. Many of the thought leaders in Estate Planning and Elder Law got together and discussed recent developments and new strategies. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Conference Discusses “For the 99.5% Act,” SECURE, and More
Plan Now for the Incredible Shrinking Exclusion
There is a great deal of legislation pending and much is uncertain. But this much is certain, the estate tax exclusion will go down by half beginning 2026 under current law. Now is the time to plan for your clients and yourself. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Plan Now for the Incredible Shrinking Exclusion
Learning and Camaraderie at the Academy Summit
The Academy takes learning seriously. The Academy’s Spring Summit included numerous substantive legal education sessions, as well as sessions on marketing and law office management. The virtual conference also included opportunities for networking and fun. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Learning and Camaraderie at the Academy Summit
Use It Before It’s Gone
The amount you can pass free from estate tax is at a record high of $11.7 million per person. There’s legislation which would lower the exclusion to $3.5 million per person. Married people can take advantage of the current exemption. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Use It Before It’s Gone
The Role of the Estate Planning Attorney
Clients often come to an Estate Planning attorney with specific ideas in their minds. The attorney’s role is to counsel them regarding their plan, not just to draw up documents to accomplish it. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about The Role of the Estate Planning Attorney
