Marilyn Monroe has undoubtedly been one of the most enduring figures in American popular history, even several decades after her untimely death. Most recently, her estate settled a long-fought legal battle over the rights to photos of the pop icon. At the center of...
When Your Life Is On The Line
Month: January 2012
How to get the estate planning ball rolling
Last week folks in Nevada and across the country remembered Martin Luther King, Jr. for his efforts in American history. His legacy is also a great example of the great need for estate planning. Currently his family is in a battle with his former secretary over...
Money isn’t the only reason to have an estate plan
Many people think that estate planning is for individuals with lots of money and assets. The recent passing of Apple CEO Steve Job is a prime example. Valued at an estimated $2.5 billion, almost everyone would agree that, with this kind of money, it's important to...
Estate tax exemption set to expire in 2013
This year marks the final year of the Bush-era estate tax exemptions-that is unless Congress acts. The Bush-era tax exemptions put forth at the early start of the millennium will end on Dec 31, 2012. So what will they look like in 2013 if they are left to expire? In...
Using estate planning as part of overall tax planning
Many residents in Nevada who are approaching retirement age are concerned about their estates. After a lifetime of work, they often wish to leave something to their children or grandchildren. Without proper estate planning, that task can become troublesome and...