Discretionary Trust
Estate Planning is for Everyone
A common planning misconception is that only those with vast assets need an estate plan. But, it is important to emphasize that estate planning is not just for the wealthy. For many, the word “estate” conjures up a Downton Abbey-like property and an overwhelming amount of zeros on your bank account balance, but estate planning is a must, regardless of your tax bracket. An estate plan concerns…
Read More5 Must-Have Estate Planning Documents
As the New Year progresses, there is no better time to start thinking about estate planning. To start your year off right, here is a checklist of the five must-have pieces to every solid estate plan. 1. Will This is the most obvious starting point of every estate plan – and, in fact, most people who have done some form of estate planning probably…
Read MoreEstate Planning Faux Pas
Estate planning is important. If you haven’t already considered an estate plan, there is no time like the present. When considering how to start this process, you should consider professional advice. Fields and Dennis has years of experience under its belt and can help you produce an estate plan that is secure, cares for all…
Read MoreWhy create a trust that gives a Trustee Discretion?
The process of choosing the right kind of trust for you can be confusing. If you want to protect the beneficiary’s interest from his own improvidence or to just give wiggle room for changing circumstances, one excellent option is the discretionary trust. A discretionary trust is one in which the beneficiary doesn’t have a right…
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