Estate Planning
Things You Should Know About Funding Your Living Trust
A living trust is a powerful tool in estate planning, offering many benefits such as avoiding probate, maintaining privacy, and ensuring a smoother transition of
June 28, 2025
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The Importance of a DNR in Estate Planning
Estate planning is often seen as a process that focuses on the distribution of assets and managing one’s financial affairs after death. However, there are
June 15, 2025
Estate Planning
How Your Family Benefits from Pre-Death Gifting and How to Give Assets to Loved Ones Early
At Michael F. Kanzer & Associates , PC, we believe estate planning isn’t just about preparing for the end—it’s also about making meaningful decisions in
April 28, 2025
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The Role of Medical Directives in Estate Planning for Incapacity
At Michael F. Kanzer & Associates, PC, we know that estate planning isn’t just about who gets what, it’s about making sure you’re cared for
April 15, 2025
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Understanding Trusts vs. Wills: Which One Is Right for Your Estate Plan?
When it comes to estate planning, understanding the differences between trusts and wills is crucial to ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
March 31, 2025
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The Will Validation Process: Key Steps to Confirm Authenticity and Compliance
Creating a will is a critical step in protecting your assets and ensuring your loved ones receive their rightful inheritance. However, even a properly drafted
March 30, 2025
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The Impact of Capital Gains Taxes on Inheriting a Farm and How to Minimize Costs
Inheriting a farm can be both a financial blessing and a challenge. While it provides a valuable asset, it may also come with capital gains
February 26, 2025
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How to Plan for International Assets: Estate Planning for Multi-National Families
Estate planning can be complex for individuals with assets or family members in multiple countries. For multi-national families, the challenge increases as different countries have
February 25, 2025
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How to Use Life Insurance to Leave Financial Support for Friends in Your Estate Plan
Estate planning is often focused on providing for family members, but what if you want to leave financial support for close friends? Life insurance is
February 13, 2025
Estate Planning
The Pros and Cons of Joint Ownership in Estate Planning
Joint ownership is a common estate planning tool that allows two or more individuals to share ownership of an asset, such as real estate, bank
January 25, 2025