Harnessing Trusts for Privacy Protection, Wealth Management, and Tax Efficiency: Exploring Revocable, Irrevocable, and Special Needs Trusts

Harnessing Trusts for Privacy Protection, Wealth Management, and Tax Efficiency: Exploring Revocable, Irrevocable, and Special Needs Trusts

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Mavo/shutterstock.com Trusts are one of the most powerful and versatile tools in estate planning, offering significant advantages in terms of privacy, wealth management, and tax reduction. As the complexities of modern financial landscapes grow, trusts have become increasingly popular among individuals seeking to safeguard their assets, protect their […]

Estate Planning for Business Owners: Navigating Succession Challenges and Safeguarding Business Assets

Estate Planning for Business Owners: Navigating Succession Challenges and Safeguarding Business Assets

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Southworks/shutterstock.com  Key Points of this Analysis Succession Planning: Users emphasize the importance of having a clear succession plan to ensure the business continues smoothly after the owner’s death. Valuation and Division: Estate planning professionals discuss methods for valuing and dividing business interests, particularly when some heirs are involved […]

Millions of Jobs, Billions in Economic Growth at Stake if Small Business Tax Deduction Expires

Millions of Jobs, Billions in Economic Growth at Stake if Small Business Tax Deduction Expires

Editorial Credit: Yuriy K / shutterstock.com New EY macroeconomic analysis, NFIB survey of small business owners illustrate impacts of potential massive tax hike on small businesses ALBANY, NY (Sept. 20, 2024) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released two new, impactful reports regarding the federal 20% Small Business Tax Deduction, which is scheduled […]

Vote for Trump and Vance and Go to Hell!

Vote for Trump and Vance and Go to Hell!

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Photo credit: A.I Photo  Consider the Consequences: Is Voting for Trump and Vance Truly Worth It? Read Your Bible, Fellow Americans! In 2024, the political landscape in the United States, especially surrounding the presidential candidacy of Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance, has generated significant debate and controversy. […]

Unpacking the Controversy: Trump and Vance’s Rhetoric in 2024—Racially Charged Statements Under Scrutiny

Unpacking the Controversy: Trump and Vance’s Rhetoric in 2024—Racially Charged Statements Under Scrutiny

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Maxim Elramsisy/shutterstock.com  In 2024, Donald Trump and JD Vance’s political rhetoric has sparked significant controversy, with numerous statements and public remarks that have been interpreted as racially charged or even racist. In 2024, Donald Trump and JD Vance’s political rhetoric sparked significant controversy, with numerous statements and public […]

The Impact on an Estate in New York State When Someone Dies Without Completing an Uncontested Divorce: A Case Study of Short Marriages Without Children

The Impact on an Estate in New York State When Someone Dies Without Completing an Uncontested Divorce: A Case Study of Short Marriages Without Children

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Prostock-studio / shutterstock.com  Divorce proceedings can be emotionally charged and complex, even in seemingly straightforward cases like short-term marriages without children. When individuals pass away without having finalized a divorce, especially in cases where the marriage lasted less than three years, the implications on their estate can be significant. […]