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We Dodged the Fiscal Cliff – How the New Tax Bill Affects You

January 7, 2013 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

In case you haven’t heard, the New Year brought a new law recently signed by the President. To avoid the country from falling off the “fiscal cliff,” the “American Taxpayer Relief Act” was approved on New Year’s Day. The approval and signing of this new law may affect the future of your estate plan and your estate taxes. Regarding federal estate taxes, this new law makes almost all of the previous tax provisions, commonly known as ”TRA 2010,” permanent, with the exception of the tax rate. … [Read more...] about We Dodged the Fiscal Cliff – How the New Tax Bill Affects You

The Estate Tax Ball is About to Drop!

December 21, 2012 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

There are only a few days left before the clock strikes midnight on December 31st and the tax law changes. Or will it? As of this writing, the law to which it will change will be the pre-EGTRRA/TRA law. In other words, currently in 2012, individuals with estates under $5.12 million are not subject to federal gift or estate tax. However, if this law expires, estates larger than $1 million will become taxable at the beginning of 2013 and we will back to a $1 million applicable exclusion per … [Read more...] about The Estate Tax Ball is About to Drop!

How the New Estate Tax Exclusion Affects Your Estate Plan

December 28, 2010 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Posted On 12/28/2010 In 2001, Congress passed a law that made big changes to the estate tax.  It raised the amount that could pass without tax, increasing it in steps from $675,000 in 2001, to $3.5 million in 2009.  Then, in 2010, the estate tax was repealed for one year only-2010.  The same law also said that the estate tax would return in 2011, with estates over $1 million being taxed as high as 55%. However, on December 17, 2010, Congress revised the estate tax with yet another new law: … [Read more...] about How the New Estate Tax Exclusion Affects Your Estate Plan

Michael Jackson’s Death – Why YOU Need Your Estate Planning Documents in Order

June 29, 2009 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

The sudden death of Michael Jackson serves as a reminder to everyone that, no matter your age, you need to have your estate planning in order. The pop superstar died on Thursday, June 25th at 50 years old. The media is speculating as to how his estate will be handled and the future of his young children. No public statement has been made in regard to his personal planning and the media and the nation will wait anxiously to see how this unfolds. If Michael Jackson prepared a Trust the public will … [Read more...] about Michael Jackson’s Death – Why YOU Need Your Estate Planning Documents in Order

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Recognized by Money Magazine Again

May 29, 2009 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Carolyn Bigda’s article “Rethink Your Legacy” in the June issue of Money Magazine explores the five questions you should be asking regarding your estate. The article recommends the American Academy’s website, www.aaepa.com, as a source to find a qualified estate planning attorney. The Associate Director of Education at the Academy, Steve Hartnett, was also interviewed in the article and lent his expertise to one of the five questions. This is the fifth mention of finding a quality attorney on … [Read more...] about American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Recognized by Money Magazine Again

Consumer Reports Recommends American Academy

January 29, 2009 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys was recommended in the January 2009 Consumer Reports Money Adviser newsletter. The article “How to Avoid Inheritance Feuds” focuses on techniques for avoiding conflict after a loved one passes away. The article recommends using the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys as a source for selecting a qualified estate planning attorney. The article also warned consumers to be explicit in their will in order to avoid disagreements. Other advice … [Read more...] about Consumer Reports Recommends American Academy

Money Magazine Recognizes American Academy!

December 26, 2008 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

In the January 2009 issue of Money Magazine, Walecia Konrad’s article entitled “Keep It In The Family” focuses on making sure the wealth you’ve worked so hard to accumulate will go to the people you love. The article recommends the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys as a source to find an estate planning attorney who can tailor a plan for your situation and address your state laws. It also includes a useful estate planning checklist and valuable tips for putting together a proper … [Read more...] about Money Magazine Recognizes American Academy!

American Academy Mentioned Again in Money Magazine!

March 18, 2008 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

Robert Armstrong, President of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, was interviewed by Money Magazine senior writer Penelope Wang for her article "A Midlife Money Checkup" in the March 2008 Issue. The article was part of the Cover Story "A Boomer's Guide to Financial Freedom" that included multiple articles focusing on financial trends, aging well and other issues Baby Boomers are facing today. This is the third mention of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys by Money … [Read more...] about American Academy Mentioned Again in Money Magazine!

American Academy Recommended by Nationally Syndicated Talk Show Host

December 20, 2007 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

The John Tesh Radio Show recommended the American Academy as a resource for finding an estate planning attorney. The segment focusing on money and finance originally aired in September 2007 and was repeated in December 2007. Mr. Tesh recommended that listeners go to the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorney’s website to find a qualified estate planning attorney in their area. The Academy website is also recommended on his site. The John Tesh Radio Show airs on 260 stations across the … [Read more...] about American Academy Recommended by Nationally Syndicated Talk Show Host

American Academy Mentioned in Money Magazine

October 25, 2007 by Stephen A. Mendel, Estate Planning Attorney

The September issue of Money Magazine has an article entitled,"20 Timeless Money Rules." Rule 17, Exiting Gracefully, is particularly significant because it emphasizes the importance of putting together your estate plan. The recommendation of Money Magazine is that you search for a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys: "To find a lawyer, ask friends and colleagues for recommendations or get referrals online at the website of the American Academy of Estate Planning … [Read more...] about American Academy Mentioned in Money Magazine

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