Compliments of Our Law Firm, By: The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys As the world gets smaller, it is increasingly common for people to own assets in a variety of places, both within the United States and internationally. Whether your property is a generations-old family tract in an ancestral homeland, or a new vacation home in a tropical setting, owning assets outside the United States raises a number of estate planning questions. Who gets your property when you pass away? … [Read more...] about Estate Planning Across Borders

Compliments of Our Law Firm, By: The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys “There is a magic in that little world, home; it is a mystic circle that surrounds comforts and virtues never known beyond its hallowed limits.” - Robert Southey If you are like many Americans, your home is not only an emotionally valuable asset for your family, it is also among your most valuable financial assets. Did you know that, in addition to increasing your net worth, your home can provide a variety of … [Read more...] about Home: Your Most Valuable Investment

Compliments of Our Law Firm, By: The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Joint tenancy is a popular way for two or more individuals to hold title to real estate or other property. When one joint tenant dies, that person’s interest in the property automatically re-vests in the surviving owners. People often use joint tenancy as a shortcut for avoiding probate, without realizing that this method of property ownership can create more problems than it solves. Lack of … [Read more...] about The Problem With Joint Tenancy

Compliments of Our Law Firm, Written By: The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Theresa (Terri) Marie Schindler was born on December 3, 1963, to Mary and Robert Schindler. Terri grew up in Pennsylvania, and by all accounts had a normal, happy childhood. After graduating from high school, Terri enrolled in Bucks County Community College where she met Michael Schiavo in 1982. Two years later, on November 10, 1984, the two were married. When Terri’s parents moved to Florida in 1986, … [Read more...] about The Importance of Advanced Directives – The Terri Schiavo Story

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Augulis Law Firm – Communities We Serve – Old Bridge Township, New Jersey The estate plan you create today will impact you and your loved ones for many years to come. When properly drafted, that estate plan can provide protection for not just your estate assets, but for your family as well. The estate planning attorneys and staff at the Augulis Law Firm understand the importance of tailoring an estate plan to meet your needs and goals, not just now but for the future as well. We are committed … [Read more...] about Communities We Serve – Old Bridge Township

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Loaning Family Money – What You Need To Know Written By: The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys People lend money to family members for a variety of reasons. For example, lending your son money to buy his first home, or lending your daughter money to start a new business. At some point, you may find yourself in a similar situation. Therefore, it is important to know how this will impact you from a tax standpoint. Are you charging the borrower interest on the loan? If so, you must pay … [Read more...] about Loaning Family Money – What You Need To Know