by Leslie Marenco | Jul 10, 2015 | Articles, Estate Planning
The term “blended family” has become commonplace in our society and refers to a family where one or both spouses were previously married and have children from the prior marriage. In some instances, the new couple goes on to have children of their own. With children,...
by Leslie Marenco | Jul 6, 2015 | Articles, Income Tax, IRS, Real Property / Real Estate
When a foreign person sells U.S. real estate, he or she is subject to having 10% of the gross sales price withheld from the proceeds received at closing. This is a requirement under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act, known as FIRPTA. This 10% withholding...
by Leslie Marenco | Jul 3, 2015 | Articles, Estate Planning
If you are in your “golden years” and are looking for ways to spread your wealth, you should consider the various tools that will allow you to financially protect and benefit your grandchildren. Carefully planning your gifts to your grandchildren is not only a...
by Leslie Marenco | Jul 1, 2015 | Articles, Business/ Corporate Law
According to reports, more employers are hiring people as independent contractors rather than employees to avoid Obamacare, minimum wage requirements, or other laws that only protect employees. It is also being reported that federal and state agencies are intent on...
by Leslie Marenco | Jun 26, 2015 | Articles, Special Needs Planning, Trusts
When you have a family member with special needs, it is important to understand that your estate planning strategy is unique and requires the assistance of an attorney experienced in creating Special Needs Trusts. If an inheritance is left directly to your family...
