Our seniors face a crisis of ignorance that could be life-threatening. The staff at senior living facilities likely don’t understand the forms that direct end-of-life care. In my experience, neither do the people who authorize or execute these forms. The MOLST, a DNR, and a Living Will documents are intended to guide care in serious […]
This year presents a great opportunity to maximize tax savings and support the causes you care about. If you’ve ever considered increasing your charitable giving or using a donor-advised fund (DAF) to organize your philanthropy, 2025 is an unusually important year. Major tax law changes take effect on January 1, 2026, and the new rules […]
RFK Jr. may claim to know what causes autism. However, professionals—lawyers, educational advisors, health care specialists, advocates, and teachers—are more focused on improving the quality of life for those diagnosed as being “on the spectrum.” Here’s how I approach this challenge in my work. Planning for families with a child identified as autistic presents significant […]
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) was signed into law, extending key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and introducing new tax rules that could significantly impact charitable giving. Here’s what donors need to know: 1. Charitable Deduction for Non-Itemizers Starting in 2026, taxpayers who don’t […]
Jimmy Buffett was known for his laid-back musical style and “Margaritaville” state of mind. Unfortunately, his legacy has become anything but chill, as his widow and estate manager are now locked in a bitter battle for control over his $275 million fortune. The relaxed island vibes have given way to anxiety-filled courtroom drama—and apparently, his […]
Whether you have a carefully curated collection or just paintings bought as souvenirs from foreign travels, without proper planning and realistic expectations, your cherished art might end up in the trash or at a Goodwill shop. Many of us purchase paintings, ceramics, or sculptures to add beauty to our homes. Others acquire art believing it […]
In an extraordinary twist to an already unusual case, the will of tech entrepreneur Tony Hsieh was discovered in February 2025—nearly 4½ years after his tragic death in a house fire. The document wasn’t found in a safety deposit box, attorney’s office, or court records, but mysteriously among the belongings of a recently deceased man […]
Just months after the legendary Tony Bennett passed away in 2023 at the age of 96, a bitter family feud erupted. His daughters, Antonia and Johanna Bennett, have filed not one, but two lawsuits against their older brother, Danny, who serves as trustee of their father’s trust and executor of his estate. Their accusations center […]
In the thoughtful process of estate planning, we often focus on distributing assets, creating wills, and establishing trusts. Yet one crucial aspect frequently remains overlooked until it’s too late: funeral planning. This oversight can lead to significant emotional and financial strain on those we leave behind during their most vulnerable moments of grief. The Immediate […]
Capital and Estate: A Tale of Two Taxes A client holding Bitcoin, which had increased twentyfold in value, had a dilemma. Now ready to sell, the client wondered: which option would be more tax-efficient—selling the bitcoin now or leaving it to their children? Both choices present tax challenges, whether in the form of income taxes […]
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