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Thought for the Day:

September 18, 2014 by AMS Help

Limitations live only in our minds.  But if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become limitless. Jamie Paolinetti … [Read more...] about Thought for the Day:

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Thought for the Day:

September 11, 2014 by AMS Help

I have been impressed with the urgency of doing.  Knowing is not enough; we must apply.  Being willing is not enough; we must do. Leonardo da Vinci … [Read more...] about Thought for the Day:

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Welcome To Our New Blog

November 6, 2013 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Welcome to our new website blog. Please check back in a few days for a new blog. Thank you … [Read more...] about Welcome To Our New Blog

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How to Avoid Estate Taxes

October 8, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

With the estate tax making a comeback next year, people with taxable estates are once again looking for ways to minimize- or even avoid – their estate tax bill. You’re taxed on the value of assets you have in your “gross estate” at the time of your death, so the way to reduce your tax bill is to reduce the size of your gross estate. Here are the methods for doing that: Spend, Spend, Spend. Spending your assets is the obvious choice, and it’s also likely the least attractive. While spending … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Estate Taxes

Filed Under: General Tagged With: estate tax, estate tax planning

Not All Property Is Subject To Probate

October 7, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Probate is the court-administered process for distributing your property to your heirs when you pass away. But, did you know that not all property has to go through the probate process? Generally, property that is titled solely in your name at the time of your death – and that no one else has any contractual right to receive – has to go through probate. Property that’s not in your name, or that’s in your name and someone else’s, does not have to go through probate. Knowing what property does … [Read more...] about Not All Property Is Subject To Probate

Filed Under: General Tagged With: non-probate property, probate property

Inheriting? This Year, It Could Be Pricey

October 6, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

We all know that the estate tax has been repealed for the year 2010 – and that it’s scheduled to come back, in some form, starting on January 1, 2010. But did you know that, along with the estate tax repeal came a change in the income tax rules that apply to inherited property? The change applies for this year only, and here’s how it works: When you inherit property, the IRS assigns a value to the property, called the “basis”. If you sell the property in the future, the amount of your gain … [Read more...] about Inheriting? This Year, It Could Be Pricey

Filed Under: General Tagged With: capital gains tax, carryover basis

Caring For an Elderly Parent: How to Cope

October 5, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

It’s the last thing many of us expected to be doing, and yet as our population ages, more and more of us find ourselves as the primary caregivers for our elderly parents, often before our own kids have even left the nest. While most of us are happy to take care of our parents, the job can be grueling and exhausting and –let’s face it – thankless. Here are a few tips on how to cope. Don’t forget to take care of yourself. Of course, it’s important to get enough sleep. It’s also essential to … [Read more...] about Caring For an Elderly Parent: How to Cope

Filed Under: General Tagged With: caregiving

Ancillary Probate: The Basics

October 4, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Most people have at least a basic idea of what probate is – it’s the court process through which certain property is transferred to your heirs and beneficiaries after you pass away. But, did you know that your estate might be subject to probate in more than one state? The process is called ancillary probate, and it applies if you pass away owning property in another state that’s titled in your name, and that’s not subject to anyone else’s contractual rights. For instance, if, at the time of … [Read more...] about Ancillary Probate: The Basics

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Understanding Fixed Annuities

September 14, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Of all the investment tools in our country, annuities are one of the most often misunderstood. And because there are different types of annuities – fixed vs. variable for example – the confusion grows even more. But before you shy away from an annuity, know this: there are many benefits to this type of investing vehicle. Let’s look at some of the more common misconceptions about the fixed annuity. Fixed annuities are not a good investment if you are close to retirement. On the contrary, … [Read more...] about Understanding Fixed Annuities

Filed Under: General Tagged With: annuities

The Do It Yourself Estate Plan: Why It’s a Bad Idea

September 13, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Today’s society is all about “doing it yourself”, from building your own backyard deck to writing your own Will. And while many of these projects are great to try on your own, estate planning isn’t one of them. Estate planning can be very complex, and for this reason you will want to hire an expert attorney to help you with the process. Someone that is experienced in estate planning can help you through the process so that your estate plan is solid, and will actually do what it is suppose to do … [Read more...] about The Do It Yourself Estate Plan: Why It’s a Bad Idea

Filed Under: General Tagged With: trusts, wills

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