There's no two ways about it: only a fool pays 45% estate tax upon his death. With simple life insurance and trust tools, anyone can easily reduce their estate tax to nearly zero. In the article, "Only the Foolish Pay 45% Estate Tax," author Barry Ritholtz writes, "Only if you are an idiot [would …
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12 Important Estate Planning Tax Facts
There's a lot to keep straight when it comes to estate planning and taxes. For many individuals, it can feel overwhelming enough for them to opt out of the entire process. Even though estate planning can be daunting, there are a few basic facts that help keep it simple. In the article below, "12 …
2014 Estate Tax: 4 Tips to Keep You in the Green
Whether you're rich or poor, proper estate tax planning is essential to growing and preserving your wealth. In the article below, "Estate Tax in 2014: 4 Things You Need to Know," author, Dan Caplinger lists the following key tips for 2014 estate tax: Exclusions are higher for 2014 estate …