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R. Anthony Orsbon

R. Anthony Orsbon is a partner at Orsbon & Fenninger LLP in Charlotte, North Carolina. With more than 50 years of experience, he advises clients on estate planning, probate, and fiduciary matters, and represents clients in related litigation. Admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 1972, he earned his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School and his B.A. from Davidson College. Mr. Orsbon holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is recognized in Marquis Who’s Who for his professional achievements.

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Prior planning ensures smooth transfer of assets to a beneficiary

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

Life is full of changes and many occur unexpectedly. When it comes to estate planning, you will want to keep up with the goals you establish. Advance planning will ensure…

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How may a business valuation affect my heirs’ estate tax?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

The federal estate tax considers the fair market value of your gross assets at the time of your death when determining the tax liability. Appraising your business now may give…

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How do you prioritize your estate plan review?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

After creating an estate plan, experts generally agree that you should review it at least every 3 years even if nothing is currently changing in your life. This allows you…

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How to avoid abuses of power of attorney

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

During the estate planning process, you may want to create a power of attorney document. This type of document designates a representative to act on your behalf in legal and…

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Mistakes you can avoid in your special needs planning

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Last Modified on Apr 10, 2024

Making estate plans for your special needs child can be a complicated matter. Not only does your child need food and housing, but you should also plan for whatever care…

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What are some essential documents for an executor?

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Last Modified on Apr 10, 2024

An older relative may have asked you to serve as the executor for your relative’s estate. Now that your relative has died, the time has come to assume the duties…

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What are your options for trusts?

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Last Modified on Apr 05, 2024

You feel ready to tend to your estate plan, and you learn about wills and trusts. Do you understand the different trust options? CNN Money describes multiple legal entity types.…

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Should you rely on a “sweetheart will”?

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

A so-called sweetheart will describe an estate plan in which the first spouse to die leaves everything to his or her surviving spouse. When the second spouse dies, the couple’s…

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Effective ways to include charitable giving in an estate plan

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

No matter the reasons people give to charities, most want to make their donations as powerful as possible. Estate planning has the potential to increase the effectiveness of charitable gifts…

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Optimize your tax returns and avoid the gift tax

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

North Carolina residents who work hard to ensure they have a comfortable retirement are often surprised about how much taxes can cut into their funds. While virtually everyone can benefit…

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