Are there any attorneys willing to look over wills, living trusts, etc. that have been prepared with kits?

You are to be commended for realizing that these kits can be problematic. The prior attorney made some excellent points. My only follow up is...

Hi I recieved 37,000 from my mom esate she passed in 1999. Do I have to pay taxes? and how much

The previous answer is generally true from an inheritance tax perspective. From an income tax perspective, bequests are generally not taxable...

Cost of Probate Lawyer

With all due respect to the prior attorneys, the rules in PA are not as they state. Under the Johnson case, a percentage can be charged for assets...

I will be receiving a life insurance payout on my mother's benefit, which will be addressed in my previous married name.

The best thing to do is to speak with the insurance company to provide them with documents to update their files with your current name. ...

The prior attorneys have laid out the basics. Remember that when a trust files a final return, all assets are distributed to beneficiaries. When...

Your question relates to PA inheritance taxes, although the prior attorney touched on some of the federal estate tax rules. PA taxes in trust for...

I want to remove my name as owner of a corporation- what do I do

First, you should resign as an officer (president, vice-president, secretary, etc.) and as board of director. As to your shares of stock, you...

What are the options of the minority stockholder?

From a tax perspective you need to look at Section 482 of the Internal Revenue Code. Briefly this section deals with transfer pricing and allows...

How important is it to have a living will?

There is a difference between a living will and a will. The living will provides for advance medical directives and a surrogate to act for you. ...

I live in arkansas. Instead of signing over my home to my son, in case something happens to me, can I just have a joint tennand

The prior attorney states many of the alternatives. Remember, however, that if you gift some or all of your home to your son, he will not get a...