Two main responsibilities of the probate court are to determine the validity of a will and to ensure that it is faithfully executed. Although most states have exemptions for smaller estates, a will ultimately fall under the jurisdiction of the probate court. Similar...
Tax rates, deductions, and phase outs seem to be changing constantly, making the timing of income and expenses trickier than ever. However, for most taxpayers, the mantra should continue to be: defer income and accelerate deductions. The following deduction strategies...
Wouldn’t it be great if there was one simple thing you could do to help you better prepare for retirement and make you feel more confident about your prospects for financial security at the same time? Well, there is: Put your retirement plan in writing. Read...
When does one plus one not equal two? When it comes to paying federal income taxes. If your spouse earns significantly more than you do, you and your sweetheart enjoy what is known as the “marriage bonus.” This means that, as a couple, you are paying less in taxes...
John Hancock’s 2015 Financial Stress Survey, show that of the people surveyed, 70 percent of those who work with a financial advisor are on track or ahead in saving for retirement, versus 33 percent of those not working with an advisor. Among people who have an...
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