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Can You Give Away Real Property and Avoid Probate Court?
Takeaways When passing property to heirs, using a deed can help avoid probate court. However, deeds have downsides, such as limited...
Richard N. Barnes


Last Wills and Testaments: More Frequently Asked Questions
Takeaways A will is a legal document that outlines the distribution of one’s assets after they pass away and can appoint guardians for...
Richard N. Barnes


Estate Planning Checklist: 5 Initial Steps You Can Take
Most of us spend little time thinking about death or losing the capacity to manage our own affairs. These are unpleasant topics and...
Richard N. Barnes


IRS Announces 2025 Gift and Estate Tax Exemptions
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its tax inflation adjustment figures for tax year 2025. Annual Gift Tax Exclusion...
Richard N. Barnes
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