On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 27, 2018 | Firm News
Putting together an estate plan may just be one of the most important things you do for your family. During your life, you control how you support and care for them. You can take certain steps to extend that care and support beyond your death. During the...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 24, 2018 | estate tax
Some North Carolina residents may need to employ some strategies to reduce what their estate will owe in taxes. The current federal exemption is nearly $11.2 million, but for estates worth more than that, there are additional options. People can give away $15,000 per...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 20, 2018 | trusts
When a spouse dies in North Carolina, most of the focus goes to the estate planning that was accomplished by the recently deceased. This, of course, is appropriate. However, the surviving spouse should also complete an in-depth analysis regarding the efficacy of their...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 13, 2018 | trusts
Some North Carolina residents who are creating an estate plan might want some of their assets to go to charity. However, people often use a will or a trust to pass those assets, and this can be a mistake. The error is because of the types of assets that are passed...
On behalf of Orsbon & Fenninger, LLP | Sep 6, 2018 | trust & probate administration
When people in Charlotte think about estate planning, they may consider where they want their belongings to go after they die. However, in many cases, they may not fully consider how their choices affect their loved ones, particularly when it comes to dealing with...
