Planning for digital assets is important for several reasons. First, without a plan, digital assets may get lost in the Internet ether and not pass to your loved ones after your death due to the simple fact that their existence is unknown. Second, planning now means your family will not have to worry about hunting for these items upon your death while also grieving a beloved family member.
Five years ago, cryptocurrency was probably not on your radar. Today, it may be an important investment in your portfolio. You could even own some nonfungible tokens (NFTs), which are powered by the same blockchain-based technology. You should ensure that they are included in your estate plan so you can preserve them for your heirs.
More and more clients are coming to us owning cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency is a unique asset and how to handle this asset is unique as well. Cryptocurrency isn’t a common asset left in an estate like a bank account, and many people are unfamiliar with digital currency. By leaving a detailed…
A Trust Beneficiary is in Prison for a Felony: Is the Trust Exposed to Creditor Liability? Recently, a client contacted our office because one of their trust beneficiaries was convicted of a felony and sent to prison. The client wanted to know what happens to the beneficiary’s interest and whether…
Have you wondered what the federal landscape of estate tax has looked like over the last twenty years? It is helpful to have an understanding of current law and future changes in the law when planning your estate. Please get in touch with us if you have any questions about…
