In the heart of Orange County, California, there lived two married couples: Tom and Mary, and Jack and Susan. Both couples had successful careers, beautiful homes, and children they adored. They spent their weekends at the beach, enjoying the sun, and attending their children’s soccer games. Like many in their community, they knew estate planning…
Continue reading ›A grantor retained annuity trust (“Grat”) is a type of irrevocable trust that allows the creator (the “Grantor”) to avoid or minimize gift and estate taxes while retaining the right to receive an annuity payment. How Does a GRAT Work? Here’s a high-level overview of how a GRAT operates: What are the Benefits of a…
Continue reading ›How Does a Living Trust Work? A living trust is one of the most efficient estate planning tools available but there are some common misconceptions. According to a survey made by Caring.com only 42% of responders have created or prepared an estate plan. There are three reasons why someone may put off their estate planning:…
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