Special Use Valuation Can Be Key For Business Estate Tax Planning
Death is something that nobody can avoid. Also, as the saying goes, taxes are just as inevitable as death in Florida or in any other state. On the other hand, there are some things that a person can do to minimize exposure to the estate tax. However, estate tax planning can take on a flavor […]
Late Estate Tax Return Can Be Costly In Florida And Other States
Deadlines are important when administering an estate, as well as when it comes to filing an estate tax return. Failure to file an estate tax return on time can result in significant penalties in Florida or in any other state. This is what happened to one man’s estate after he died in early March 2003. […]
Lawmakers Propose To Repeal Estate Tax In Florida
Lawmakers are constantly proposing changes to existing laws. Now, one lawmaker is proposing legislation that would repeal the estate tax. Many political commentators believe that the proposed bill has a good chance of being enacted into law. This could result in significant savings for many beneficiaries in Florida or in any other state. There are […]
New Inflation-Based Tax Changes May Ease Burden On Estates
One big hurdle faced by Florida residents who are preparing estate plans may soon be lowered thanks to action by the federal government. According to financial reports, the government may be looking at inflation rates as they relate to the estate tax, which could mean lower taxes for heirs. The threshold that is up for […]
Estate Tax Planning Tips For Florida Residents
Although most people have heard of the gift tax, the name is somewhat misleading. In most cases, individuals who give large gifts will never pay taxes for doing so. Those who give more than $14,000 to an individual in 2014 will have to tell the IRS about that gift on Form 709. It is important […]
Understanding The Duties Of Estate Administrators
Florida residents may benefit from learning more about the general duties of estate administrators as described by the IRS. The estate administrator can be described as the legal representative appointed to act on the decedent’s behalf. Often times, this person is referred to as the executor and may be a lawyer, family member or surviving […]
New Law Helps Estate Planning For Farmers In Florida
The recent bill which was designed to avoid what was termed as the ‘fiscal cliff’ made significant changes to the tax policies in the U.S. Many people in Florida who were concerned with estate planning were watching to see if there would be any changes in the way estates are taxed. The American Taxpayer Relief […]
Gifts During Life Can Support Good Estate Tax Planning
It almost seems counter-intuitive, but giving gifts can be a positive contribution to many estate plans. In Florida as well as elsewhere, estate tax planning and other objectives can be served by gift-giving. This is first of all a tool that can be appropriately used to transfer assets out of a person’s estate while he […]
Life Insurance Trusts May Help Avoid Estate Taxes In Florida
There are many strategies that a person may utilize to plan an estate. Along with a last will and testament, many people in Florida and elsewhere are utilizing life insurance policies and even life insurance trusts in order to achieve their estate planning goals. This can allow people to help their heirs avoid paying additional […]
Variety Of Options Available For Estate Tax Planning In Florida
When one considers planning of an estate, he or she wants to make sure that his or her assets are properly transferred to intended beneficiaries after death. However, another aspect to consider in estate planning is estate tax planning. Most people in Florida and elsewhere will want to do everything possible to minimize the estate […]