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“Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” ~ Alan Lakein During this time of unprecedented uncertainty, it can be difficult to think about planning far ahead, to a time when they are no longer here, but what they fail to realize is a large part of [...]
In light of the new regulations brought on by the Coronavirus, many people have found themselves self-quarantined with their spouses and significant others, which brings to mind a topic that is particularly relevant in these times: common-law marriage and estate planning. For many unmarried couples, who have lived together for an extended length of time, [...]
In light of the uncertainty caused by the Coronavirus, many people are scrambling to get their affairs in order. In recent weeks, new and existing clients alike have reached out to me to draft new estate planning documents and update older documents. Fortunately, our office has been able to successfully work with clients in finalizing [...]
There has been a major change in retirement planning, which may affect your estate plan. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was officially signed into law on December 20, 2019. The major changes of the Act include: Most inherited retirement plans are now subject to a 10-year mandatory payout (verses the [...]
It’s that time of year...tax season. When most of us think of tax season, we think of our individual and business tax returns since these are the most common tax forms. Most of us do not think of the tax obligations relating to trusts—but many of us should. Many of my clients are surviving widows [...]
Dear Clients & Friends, There has been a major change in retirement planning, which may affect your estate plan. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was officially signed into law on December 20. The major changes of the Act include: Most inherited retirement plans are now subject to a 10-year mandatory [...]
Southern California estate planning attorney Tony J. Tyre, the founder of The Law Offices of Tony J. Tyre, Esq., APC, appears on “So, What’s Your Problem?” radio show. “So, What’s Your Problem?,” on 790 KABC, is hosted by Stan Katzer. The show features guest professionals, such as Tyre, who offer intelligent advice and have a [...]
Tony J. Tyre, Esq. was featured on KABC Radio's "So What's Your Problem?" on November 24, 2019. Here is a link to the show: http://www.kabc.com/2017/01/11/about-so-whats-your-problem/
The SECURE Act may affect both your estate plan and your retirement planning needs. Although many experts thought the SECURE Act would pass in 2019, we will now likely need to wait until 2020 to see if the SECURE Act will come into effect. Here is a recently published article I found interesting: https://www.investmentnews.com/article/20191106/FREE/191109993/secure-act-frozen-by-trump-impeachment-inquiry
Most of the time, clients become unclear about using the proper legal terms in estate planning, and for good reason—the terms are confusing. The most common example I hear is when people talk about wanting to name an “Executor of My Will.” However, this is not quite the proper term that should be used. The [...]
