Death of Prince’s Brother Impacts His Estate
October 5, 2021
John R. Nelson was Prince’s brother and oldest brother. He was born in 1944.
Downs Law Firm, P.C.
Estate Tax
Should I agree to Be an Executor of an Estate?
September 22, 2021
Usually when asked to be the executor of a family member’s estate, the person feels honored and trusted. It’s a big responsibility, since the executor will be carrying out a person’s final wishes.
My Estate is Beneficiary of My IRA
March 30, 2021
When an estate is named beneficiary of an IRA, what is the method of distributing it to one individual in the most tax-effective way?
Searching for Lower Taxes? Check State Laws
October 1, 2020
Some states are great to live in, but not so great to die in.
Review Your Estate Plan in the Coronavirus Pandemic
June 25, 2020
Many people are taking this time at home during the COVID-19 crisis to update their estate plan. Here are six critical estate plan components you should focus on in light of the current pandemic.
What Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Really Do?
January 15, 2020
Estate planning is a systematic process, which involves getting your personal and financial goals for the time you pass away or become mentally incapacitated. It is also known as a last will, and almost everyone does this planning for their family.
What Do I Need to Know About Living Trusts?
July 9, 2019
A trust can be a vital component in an estate plan.
Income Taxes to file for a Deceased Person
April 24, 2019
Do I file 2018 tax returns for my father? He passed away in October 2018.
Should I Designate a Trust as a Beneficiary of My IRA?
March 28, 2019
The question becomes, should they name a trust rather than an individual as a beneficiary of the IRA?
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