While it is more desirable to begin estate planning early and have a comprehensive scheme in place, it is never too late to begin the process, and a will is a good foundational document to start with. And in fact, for some Pennsylvania residents, a will may be all...
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Year: 2018
Finalizing alimony agreements under the new tax law
Changes from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which passed in December 2017, are going into effect as 2019 begins. One of the most dramatic changes for divorcing couples is how alimony is treated at tax time. For over 70 years, tax rules stipulated that alimony was...
Successful parenting after a divorce
Pennsylvania parents who have gone through divorce understand the role that resolving conflict, showing respect and planning play in successful co-parenting. During the custody arrangement, the court often makes decisions based on the willingness of both parents to...
Differences between trusts and wills
Lots of people in Pennsylvania utilize trusts as part of their estate plans. However, many still don't quite understand how a trust differs from a will. There are several important differences between living trusts and wills. Unlike a will, a trust allows...
The special issues of military divorces
Military families have many unique circumstances and concerns. So, it may come as little surprise that divorces involving such families can end up looking a bit different from other divorces. Today, we’ll go over some of the unique issues related to divorces involving...
3 ways to avoid a DUI this Thanksgiving Eve
The night before Thanksgiving has become known by a new name, “Blackout Wednesday.” On this night, people all around America flood to their hometown bars to visit and drink with old friends before spending the next day with their families. Sadly, many of these people...