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Brent Ripley Attorney: The Dilemma of Disinheritance

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Tuesday, July 31, 2012. The Dilemma of Disinheritance. The motives for cutting a relative out of an estate range from the most primal — hate, abandonment, regret — to the most rational. Planning what to leave behind to loved ones can be a difficult matter since, even with taxes out of the picture, it means explaining your choices and your hopes. On the other hand, planning to specifically disinherit someone can be even more difficult. Why Are Family Members Disinherited? April 15, 2012) “. Brent Ripley h...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: June 2012

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Thursday, June 21, 2012. Tax Court Rules for Taxpayer in Transfer of Closely-Held Business Interests. The Tax Court has just passed a new technique that closely-held businesses owners —and wealthy families — can use to pass assets to heirs with a minimal amount of taxes and complications. The ruling in the case, Wandry v. Commissioner,. Is stirring up excitement among experts. The below commentary was written by a WealthCounsel associate, Lizette Sundvick, who practices throughout southern Nevada. Case t...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: May 2012

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Monday, May 14, 2012. Separation of Church.and Estate. For many people, estate planning isn't just about financial assets and other practical concerns. It's also about honoring their religious beliefs and passing those values on to family members. That can be very tricky ground. My legal colleague, Lizette Sundvick, has offered the below commentary in reference to a good Wall Street Journal article on this topic. 8211; is taken up by the Wall Street Journal. In an article titled. Joining Church and Estate.

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Brent Ripley Attorney: Remove all Doubt

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Doubt is a trouble-maker for those who are left behind by your passing. You are encouraged to reduce or eliminate the room for doubt. I found the below article to be loaded with helpful suggestions for making things clear. Documents you need before you die. Your family members will need to know how to handle your affairs after your passing. To do so, they'll need essential documents that you've prepared for them. How to store important documents. Jean Parr is grateful that ...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: Tax Court Rules for Taxpayer in Transfer of Closely-Held Business Interests

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Thursday, June 21, 2012. Tax Court Rules for Taxpayer in Transfer of Closely-Held Business Interests. The Tax Court has just passed a new technique that closely-held businesses owners —and wealthy families — can use to pass assets to heirs with a minimal amount of taxes and complications. The ruling in the case, Wandry v. Commissioner,. Is stirring up excitement among experts. The below commentary was written by a WealthCounsel associate, Lizette Sundvick, who practices throughout southern Nevada. Case t...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: December 2011

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Thursday, December 15, 2011. Estate Planning For Women (And the Men Who Love Them). A fellow attorney (and award-winning journalist) Deborah Jacobs authored the book, “Estate Planning Smarts: A Practical, User-Friendly, Action-Oriented Guide”. In her recent Forbes. Article titled “Estate Planning for Women (And the Men who Love Them)” she indicated the below question is a question every financially savvy woman should be able to answer. Who would raise your children? Would my child have to relocate? Quest...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: January 2012

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Tuesday, January 24, 2012. Five Documents Most Need. I’m sharing this post by my WealthCounsel colleague, Scott Makuakane, who practices in the state of Hawaii. People’s situations vary, and I am not suggesting that you need all five of these documents. But almost everyone needs to put plans and documents in place to achieve the goals covered in this post. Durable Power of Attorney. Your Advance Health-Care Directive. This document enables you to say who will make health-care decisions for you if you are...

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Brent Ripley Attorney: Estate Planning Tips That Prevent Family Feuds

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012. Estate Planning Tips That Prevent Family Feuds. 8220;Family Feud” is a television show, but they often happen in real life after the passing of a loved one. I think you will find this article an interesting read, and it will likely offer a few sage comments for managing your own life and the relations with some of your family members. Estate Planning Tips That Prevent Family Feuds. Sentimental Items Can Be Source of Conflict After the Death of a Relative. For example, Debora...