The Anatomy of the Perfect Modern Trust – Part II (PDF file)
A continued analysis of the perfect vehicle for wealth shifting with a focus on the importance of wealth receipt planning, emphasizing the fact that this can be the more significant factor in the long run. Strategies to educate clients on the important protections inherent in receiving assets in trust are illuminated.
Reproduced courtesy of Estate Planning
Authors: Richard Oshins, JD, LL.M., MBA, AEP® (Distinguished) and Steven G. Siegel, LL.M. |
Compilation Notes from Heckerling 2016 (PDF file)
All of Marty’s notes for the entire week!
Reproduced courtesy of Heckerling Institute and the University of Miami, and Leimberg Information Services, Inc. (LISI)
Author: Martin M. Shenkman, CPA, PFS, MBA, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
Estate Planning with Disregarded Entities (PDF file)
A thorough review and comparison of estate planning strategies that incorporate disregarded entities, which are conceptually similar to Income Tax Grantor Trusts. Includes illustrative cash flow modeling.
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Authors: Richard Oshins, JD, LL.M., MBA, AEP® (Distinguished), and David A. Handler, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
Guide to US Income Tax Residency for the Global Client – The International Quarterly (PDF file)
A good primer on US residency rules for income tax purposes
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Authors: Scott A. Bowman, JD, LL.M. and Marianne R. Kayan, JD, LL.M. |
Heckerling Musings 2016 and Current Developments (PDF file)
Hot off the presses! Just released.
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Author: Steve R. Akers, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
Heckerling Review 2016 (PDF file)
A special treat – 101 page overview in outline form.
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Author: Martin M. Shenkman, CPA, PFS, MBA, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
High Performance Teaming & Professional Collaboration: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Estate Planning (PDF file)
With the world of estate planning becoming increasingly complex and inter-dependent, the authors delve into professional multi-disciplinary collaboration as a solution targeted to overcome the obstacles presented by this phenomenon. The NAEPC mission is to promote the inter-disciplinary approach to estate planning and the paper examines the when, the why, the how, and the rich benefits that can result for both clients and advisors. An added feature examines different advisor styles.
Our NAEPC collaboration whitepaper was authored by members of the NAEPC Multi-Disciplinary Teaming and Professional Collaboration Committee.
Primary Contribution Authors: Todd Fithian, CLWC®; Albert E. Gibbons, CLU®; ChFC®, AEP® (Distinguished); and, David W. Holaday, ChFC®, CAP® |
Issues in Estate Planning and Divorce (PDF file)
A detailed discourse on the difficult planning and drafting issues with respect to divorce – from a discussion of marital rights, to negotiation of divorce and marital agreements, to proactive planning for clients and their heirs.
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Author: John J. (“Jeff”) Scroggin, JD, LL.M., AEP® and Founding Editor of the NAEPC Journal of Estate & Tax Planning |
3rd Annual Trust Decanting State Rankings Chart (PDF file)
This preeminent tool is now interactive and links to each statute.
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Author: Steven J. Oshins, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
LISI Commentary on 3rd Annual Trust Decanting State Rankings Chart (PDF file)
Additional information on how the chart is compiled and tips on using it.
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Author: Steven J. Oshins, JD, AEP® (Distinguished) |
2015 Financial and Estate Planning Advisory Board Issue of Estate Planning Review (PDF file)
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Along with moderator Sidney Kess, a formidable cast of Who’s Who in the Estate Planning Community was present at the August 19, 2015 Financial and Estate Planning Advisory Board meeting to discuss estate planning and drafting; the impact of state law on planning; insurance; retirement planning; dealing with aging clients and those with chronic illnesses; and, investments.
Reproduced courtesy of Estate Planning Review – The Journal
Authors: Ben G. Baldwin, Jr., MSFS, MSM, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®, AEP® (Distinguished); Lyle K. Benson, Jr., CPA, PFS, CFP®; Carol Cantrell, JD, CPA; Charles D.“Skip” Fox IV, A.B., M.A., JD, AEP® (Distinguished); Robert S. Keebler, CPA, MST, DEP, AEP® (Distinguished); Stephen J. Krass, LL.B., LL.M.; Bernard A. Krooks, J.D., CPA, LLM (taxation), CELA, AEP® (Distinguished); , JD, LL.M., MBA, AEP® (Distinguished); Barbara J. Raasch, CPA, CFP®; Sanford J. Schlesinger, JD, AEP® (Distinguished); Martin M. Shenkman, CPA, PFS, MBA, JD, AEP® (Distinguished); and, Lee J. Slavutin, MD, CLU®, AEP® (Distinguished). |
