Authors: Robert Zafft. Gene Zafft.
Paperback, 143 pages
Publisher: Career Press
Publication Date: 2006-02-16


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    Think what would happen if the breadwinner(s) in your family died suddenly. How well has the family's well-being and financial security been provided for? How much has been left to chance?

20 Questions to Ask about Wills & Estates will help you and your loved ones expect — and plan for — the unexpected. Learn how to use Will and estate planning to preserve and pass on wealth to loved ones, to make the most of insurance and retirement benefits, to minimize taxes and to promote family welfare and harmony.

The authors, a father/son legal team with more than 65 years' experience counseling real people in real situations, cut through the legal mumbo jumbo in preparing a last will and testament. Get answers to questions like:

• How do I avoid being kept alive artificially — or prevent having treatment stopped — if I become in capacitated? • What are the best ways to avoid probate court tying up your property? • How much/little can I leave my spouse? • When is it fair to treat my children unequally? • When do I need to worry about federal estate taxes?

Peace of mind comes from being prepared. This book shows you how to face whatever the future brings with confidence....

Authors: Holmes F. Crouch.
Paperback, 224 pages
Publisher: Allyeartax Guides
Publication Date: 2006-05-28


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Authors: Grace W. Weinstein.
Paperback, 352 pages
Publisher: Alpha
Publication Date: 2000-07-17
Edition: 1

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    Anyone who doesn't want to hand over the lion's share of earnings and income to Uncle Sam-- those with or without 401(k) and pensions, the self-employed and worker bees, homeowners and renters... the list goes on and on. ...

Authors: Sue L Thompson. Emily J. Oishi.
Spiral-bound, 58 pages
Publisher: Sue Thompson
Publication Date: 1996-09


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    A new workbook, Before It's Too Late, will help you create a complete record-keeping journal. This easy-to-fill-out book takes you through a simple step-by-step process of recording your vital information pertaining to financial investments, insurance policies, personal property, will and trusts, employment history and benefits; names and phone numbers of legal and financial advisors, final arrangements for funeral services, obituary and disposition of remains. When it is completed, you will have an estate and funeral planning guide that will give your family the ability to fulfill your written instructions. Your loved ones will have peace of mind knowing that they are making the right choices, strengthening their ability to cope with the big decisions and small details of your death. ...

Authors: L. William Schmidt .
Paperback, 154 pages
Publisher: Gulf Publishing
Publication Date: 1985-04-25
Edition: 3

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    This up to date planning guide is presented in simple, easy to understand language. It shows you how to avoid probate and how to reduce and even avoid taxes, fees, and costs with proper planning....

Authors: Jeffrey A. Schoenblum.
Paperback, 1248 pages
Publisher: CCH, Inc.
Publication Date: 2007-11-02
Edition: 2008

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    Multistate Guide to Estate Planning gives the estate planning professional instant access to the estate planning laws of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. In one comprehensive source, the Guide provides state-by-state guidance on how to minimize state taxes to preserve the multistate estate, achieve the desired disposition of property regardless of jurisdiction, resolve commonly encountered state law problems in estate practice, and assure asset protection. The easy-to-use format enables the estate planning professional to readily locate information concerning one state s treatment of a particular issue (or compare the treatment required by several states) all on the same table. Each table is broken into detailed, separate analyses, which consist of a series of detailed questions. The tables are designed for state-by-state comparisons. All information in the new and updated charts generally reflects state laws in effect on May 1, 2007. The 2008 Edition contains a new table on the Uniform Principal and Income Act. It covers the uniform act as well as the variations in all 50 states. The 2008 Multistate Guide to Estate Planning is divided into 15 parts. In addition, the book contains a back-of-the book CD with the Advance Directives of all 50 states....

Authors: Carla Garrity. Mitchell Baris. Stanley Neeleman.
Paperback, 256 pages
Publisher: Allworth Press
Publication Date: 2004-01-01
Edition: 1st

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    This enlightening guidebook turns estate planning into a process of financial education and spiritual growth for the whole family. Written by a highly qualified, interdisciplinary team—a well-respected estate planner and two clinical psychologists with a focus on family counseling—it teaches wealthy families how to build estate plans that include non-material aspects such as family values and character strengths.

Topics include inherited money myths and the role money plays in a happy family; how parents model their children’s values; teaching children about money; building healthy families where there is unequal wealth; and communicating about money. Wealthy parents will find their most disturbing morals issues addressed with competence and empathy, such as:

Will money corrupt my child? Isn’t value-based estate planning a form of "ruling from the grave"? What can I do if one of my children is a big disappointment?

Examples are drawn from the authors’ practice and include families of all structures and histories—married, divorced and single parents and those with previous marriages. Also includes is an estate planning roadmap showing how to protgect assets and lessen taxes....

Authors: Marlene Garsia.
Paperback, 208 pages
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd
Publication Date: 2006-11-03
Edition: 16th

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    For an executor, or anyone who has not yet made a will or needs to update one, this guide offers expert advice and provides easy-to-follow information on all the important issues. It covers the reasons to write a will, where to start, tax and legal considerations, and the problems of dying intestate. Brought fully up to date in this 12th edition, the book also provides detailed instructions for executors on valuing and administering an estate prior to winding it up....

Authors: Barbara Weltman.
Paperback, 416 pages
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: 2003-10-31


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    Start Saving Money Now!

How can you combat the feeling of dread when it comes to taxes? It helps to know that the tax law is peppered with numerous tax breaks to which you may be entitled. Filled with in-depth insights and practical tax advice, J.K. Lasser’s 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks will tell you exactly how to take advantage of every tax break and deduction you may be entitled to–without running afoul of the IRS.

The chapters of this book are clearly organized by subject matter so you can easily find situations that may apply to you. For each tax benefit, you’ll find an explanation of what it is, the eligibility requirements for claiming the benefit, as well as planning tips and pitfalls associated with the benefit in question.

Critical coverage will help you find deductions and tax breaks with regard to:

• You and your family
• Your job
• Your home and car
• Your business
• Medical expenses
• Education costs
• Retirement savings
• Charitable giving
• Investing
• Travel and entertainment
• Real estate
• Borrowing and interest
• Insurance and catastrophes
• Gifts and inheritances

Packed with real-world examples, J.K. Lasser’s 1001 Deductions and Tax Breaks will quickly show you how to save on your tax bill this year and for years to come.

J.K. Lasser–Practical Guides for All Your Financial Needs ...

Authors: Joseph Casselli. Paul Winn.
Hardcover, 137 pages
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Publication Date: 1999-01