Download or read book The Ultimate Guide to Estate Planning in Louisiana written by Myrna Arroyo and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The information Louisiana families need to protect the people they love and the assets they've earned. This book reveals the most common estate planning mistakes wealthy families make and how to avoid them. Also includes powerful estate planning strategies to protect your family. Includes information on wills, living trusts, planning for special needs children, incapacity planning, powers of attorney, living wills and health care directives.

Download or read book Estate Planning in Louisiana written by Estate Planning for Life and published by . This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "You've worked hard building your estate - whether large or small. Louisiana's estate planning laws are different from all other states' laws. Thsi book will teach you what you need to know to protect your estate for yourself and your loved ones" -- back cover.

Download or read book Estate Planning in Louisiana 4th Edition written by Paul Rabalais and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-13 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many Louisiana residents want to develop an estate plan that will make things easy for themselves and their loved ones without painful and costly legal proceedings, unnecessary taxes, and family conflict. This book will explain the latest legal strategies and techniques that will allow you to protect your hard-earned assets, avoid uncertainty, and make estate settlement simple.In this book, you will learn how to:* Avoid potential delays and expenses of probate* Shield your assets from nursing home costs* Preserve your entire estate for children and grandchildren* Make your wishes known during incapacity* Protect children's inheritance from divorce and creditors, and much moreThis book could save you and your loved ones unnecessary legal fees, taxes and other costs.

Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Estate Planning written by Jeff Kikel and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-20 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We get it. You know that you need an Estate Plan. However, it is a scary, expensive, and confusing process. You don't know where to start, whom to go to, and what needs to be done. What have you done up to the point? Nothing correct? You are not alone. A survey done by internet law firm Rocket Lawyer found that 51% of Americans age 35-50 do not even have a simple will. The scarier statistic is that 65% of baby boomers do not have a basic Estate Plan. So where do you start? If you look at some of the other books available that are written by lawyers and legal services, look more like a legal textbook than a helpful guide. That is where this book differs. Written by veteran Financial Planner and author Jeff Kikel, this book takes you through the Estate Planning process in a simple and direct way that you can understand and implement. Jeff shares stories from his past clients, the mistakes that were made and how you can implement strategies to avoid these mistakes on your own. In this book you will learn: *What an Estate Plan is so you can implement this without confusion, which means your family will be protected.*The Five Components of an Estate Plan that you need to have which means you will be protected from most of the legal risks that you can encounter.* How to find an Attorney that will help you correctly complete this plan which means you can trust that the documents and estate plan process are done correctly the first time. * How to prepare for your appointment so that you are prepared for your appointment and will not feel stupid.* How to have a meeting with your family so that you can communicate your plan with them, avoiding hard feelings and miscommunication. If you are looking for a book to guide you through the process of estate planning, this is the Ultimate Guide to help you through the process

Download or read book Estate Planning in Louisiana written by Paul A. Rabalais and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "You've worked hard building your estate - whether large or small. Louisiana's estate planning laws are different from all other states' laws. This book will teach you what you need to know to protect your estate for yourself and your loved ones" -- back cover.

Download or read book We The People s Guide to Estate Planning written by Ira Distenfield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-04-29 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WE THE PEOPLE No lawyers. Save money. We The People is America's largest legal document services company. Dedicated to helping every American avoid the high cost of legal fees, We The People gives you the information you need to handle your own legal filings quickly, easily, and inexpensively. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have already liberated themselves from the tyranny of attorneys' fees--and now you can too! We The People's Guide to Estate Planning makes planning for your future as painless as possible--all without the added hassle of hiring a lawyer. This practical, nuts-and-bolts guide covers all the basics of do-it-yourself estate planning, and covers everything you need to know about living trusts, wills, probate, and estate taxes. Extra resources--a glossary of estate planning terminology; a section on frequently asked questions; samples of effective living trusts and a last will and testament; as well as worksheets and essential information on how to settle an estate--make this the best resource available for this important step in planning for the future. You'll have all the information you need to understand the legal language of a will or living trust and learn how to seek state-specific laws and customs so you can tailor your plans accordingly. In addition, you can download sample documents from which you can create your own. Inside, you'll learn all the basics and more: * Whether you need a living trust, a will, or both * Creating a valid last will and testament * Designating a successor trustee or executor to an estate * Deciding who gets what--and making sure they do * Setting up a living trust and funding it with assets * Understanding durable power of attorney documents and living wills * Tax-saving tips that help you leave more for your beneficiaries * Getting to know (in plain English) the legal language of your will or living trust * Where to download sample documents * Settling an estate with or without a valid will or living trust It's important to take care of the ones you love after you're gone. But if your estate planning isn't done clearly, precisely, and legally, you could end up creating more problems for your survivors than you solve. Do it right, do it inexpensively, and do it yourself--with We The People's Guide to Estate Planning.

Download or read book AARP Crash Course in Estate Planning written by Michael T. Palermo and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2004-12-11 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essential Guide to Wills, Trusts, and you personal legacy. What you need to know before consulting you attorney.

Download or read book Death Taxes written by Randell C. Doane and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide provides all the practical information needed to undertake confidently one of the most important steps of a career, planning for the disposition of your estate. Wills, trusts, probate, life insurance, taxes, and many other estate planning concerns are discussed in detail. Over a hundred of the most commonly asked questions are answered in simple, straightforward terms. Over two hundred examples are included to explain the most important estate planning ideas. Designed for the interested layperson as well as the financial planner, insurance advisor, or attorney who is not an estate planning specialist but who wants to gain a better understanding of the estate planning process, Death and Taxes is a practical reference guide that cuts through the complications, clarifies options, and points the way to achieving your family's objectives.

Download or read book The Complete Estate Planning Guide written by Kathleen Adams and published by Signet. This book was released on 2005 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From an experienced financial planner, here is the definitive guide to lowering taxes and accumulating capital. Completely revised and updated, this book offers an insider's look into every aspect of modern estate planning in non-technical language, including: How to calculate and reduce estate taxes, Capital investments, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, insurance, and annuities, An investor risk profile questionnaire, The benefits of divided ownership of property within the family and the maximum gift and estate tax savings possible, Why Long-Term Care Insurance is essential to protecting one's retirement savings, How to select an adviser and more.

Download or read book Plan Your Estate written by Denis Clifford and published by NOLO. This book was released on 2000 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers everything from the basics about wills and living trusts to sophisticated tax-saving strategies for all estates, large and small.

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Planning Your Estate in New York written by Linda C. Ashar and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009-12-15 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens to your estate after you are gone is very much within your control. Estate planning is not only for the wealthy; it is for everyone. It is simply the process of deciding where your assets are to be distributed after your death. For those people who wish to preserve their assets for designated purposes such as family or special charities it becomes necessary to make special advance preparations. Your estate plan should also allow for the possibility of your own disability. It should detail what you own and whom you want to leave it to at a time of your choosing and the way you want. Your estate plan should include fully disclosed, controlled costs for you and your loved ones. The last thing you want to worry about is having your estate drained of value through taxes and legal costs. The right plan can protect the value of your estate and spare your loved ones unnecessary hassles and legal conflicts. The Complete Guide to Planning Your Estate in New York will help you glide through this complicated process. This new book has been adapted to offer New York residents state-specific advice for estate planning. Co-authors Margo Pierce and Linda C. Ashar, attorneys at law, have crafted an estate planning primer, allowing New York residents to become more informed and more involved during the process. Many books on estate planning indicate you do not need the services of an attorney, but this book highly recommends using an attorney versed in this area: You should not go through the process alone. This book is intended explain the complicated issues, terminology, and planning strategies of estate planning so when you do meet with a qualified attorney, you will be well prepared. New York-specific information is offered throughout this book, including: New York's probate code; New York rules, regulations, and laws specific to estate planning; elements of a valid New York will; planning your living will in New York; explanations of New York laws regarding durable health care power of attorneys, do not resuscitate (DNR) orders, and directives to withhold CPR. Estate planning should be a positive experience. It involves reviewing your situation and planning for your future. Other books offer a non-state-specific overview of estate planning, causing many readers to be misinformed about rules and regulations particular to their state; but, this new book provides information New York residents need to know. Do not get outdated or wrong information that does not pertain to you specifically. Use this new book to craft an estate plan that is not only legally sound but also fully carries out your last wishes and protects your loved ones. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâe(tm)s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

Download or read book A Complete Guide to Wills Trusts and Estate Planning written by Joseph R. Burcke and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-02-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've worked hard all of your life to attain the peace of mind that financial security brings. Alternatively, your are still in pursuit of that seemingly elusive goal, yet want to be sure that what you have attained isn't needlessly lost in the event of your untimely disability or death. You have questions to which you need answers in order to decide what to do next to best protect yourself and your loved ones from needless loss; but you don't know whom to trust to find the answers you need. This book, written by Missouri attorney Joseph R. Burcke, provides, in laymen's terms, easy to understand explanations of probate court processes, the estate tax system and Medicaid. Find the answers to your questions and then make an informed choice as to how best to protect yourself and your family; including how to find the attorney best suited to help you and how to make the most of your estate planning conference.

Download or read book The Complete Estate Planning Guide written by Robert Brosterman and published by Signet. This book was released on 1994-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Kiplinger s Estate Planning written by John Ventura and published by Kaplan Publishing. This book was released on 2008-05-06 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Louisiana Retirement and Estate Planning written by John E. Sirois (JD, MBA, CFP, CIMA, CIMC.) and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Lawyer s Guide to Estate Planning written by L. Rush Hunt and published by American Bar Association. This book was released on 2004 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an introduction to the basics of estate planning and will make this area of the law more accessible to the nonspecialist.

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Trust and Estate Management written by Gerald Shaw and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2010-11-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most critical decisions a person must make when crafting a will or establishing a trust is whom to name as executor or trustee. Being chosen for these important jobs is an honor, and you must know how to perform the tasks correctly. With the help of this new book, The Complete Guide to Trust and Estate Management, you will understand the complex process of carrying out a person s final wishes. This book will provide insight whether you are a lawyer, accountant, financial consultant, spouse, adult child, relative, or friend; the simple, easy to understand language makes this book accessible to everyone. You will become familiar with many estate and trust management terms, such as beneficiary, probate, remaindermen, trust agreement, trust property, trustor, and trustee. In addition, you will learn the many duties and responsibilities of an executor, including the disbursement of property to the beneficiaries, collecting and arranging for the payment of debts, approving and disproving creditors claims, calculating taxes, filing forms, assisting the estate attorney, acting as the representative of the estate, inventorying and appraising the assets, and acting in the best interests of the deceased. After reading this book, you will know how to initiate probate; how to preserve the value of the estate; how to notify beneficiaries; how to send notices to the post office, banks, utilities, and credit card companies; how to file for Social Security, civil service, and veteran benefits; how to file tax returns; and how to file state death and federal estate tax returns. As executor, you will be responsible for settling the deceased person s estate and as trustee, you will be responsible for holding and administering the trust assets in the best interests of the trust s beneficiaries. Using this book as a guide, you can be assured that you will be prepared to properly perform the necessary duties entrusted to you. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.