by Leslie Marenco | Mar 10, 2017 | Articles, Uncategorized
Today, even the most conscientious can fall victim to phone scams. Claiming everything from free cruise vacations to astonishing tax rebates, phone scammers prey on the financially vulnerable, but that’s not all. As scammers become more sophisticated and find clever...
by Leslie Marenco | Mar 3, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning, Uncategorized
If you are considering a divorce, it’s critical to understand the impact of your divorce on what would happen in the event of your incapacity or death, either during the divorce or after. Unfortunately, most divorce lawyers do not give any thought to incapacity...
by Leslie Marenco | Feb 24, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning, Kids Protection Planning
A comprehensive estate plan can protect the things that matter most. For many, this means their property and their family. Including provisions for the care of your children in your estate plan is essential for peace of mind. But many parents struggle with including...
by Leslie Marenco | Feb 21, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning
Last week I discussed the common concern about inheritance and taxes and I explained that there are actually three different types of taxes we are concerned with at death: income taxes, inheritance taxes, and both state and federal estate taxes. If you missed the post...
by Leslie Marenco | Feb 17, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning
If your pet is beloved as a family member, you likely want to ensure that he or she will be well cared for in the event of your incapacity or death. Without explicitly stated wishes, these furry family members could end up without a home of their own, if you...
by Leslie Marenco | Feb 14, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning
A common question that comes up when I speak with my estate planning clients or the beneficiary of an estate or trust is whether or not the beneficiary will have to pay any taxes on their inheritance. Before this question can be answered, the beneficiary needs to...
