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Estate Planning:
Business
Law and Tax Planning:
Estate Planning:
Does
a Will avoid probate and plan for my heirs?
No. Having a Will almost guarantees your money will
go to courts, lawyers and the legal system. A Trust allows you to choose
who benefits from your estate.
Can
I make it easy for my family to avoid legal problems?
Yes. Believe it or not, a proper estate plan can
avoid fights, delays and uncertainties.
Is
it possible to save on estate taxes?
Yes. Good basic planning can save you hundreds of
thousands of dollars.
If
I participate in the Estate Planning Group Presentation, do I get the
same quality service and documentation as your clients that work with you
one-on-one?
As a facilitator, Richard Gaines explains all of the
complicated estate tax and legal jargon in simple to understand terms.
Every client in the group receives the same in value, experience and
knowledge. Upon completion of the process, you schedule an individual
appointment with Richard to sign your documents.
When
should I meet with you to discuss my situation?
Regardless of what you own, the time to act is now.
How
do I decide who should be the executor of my estate?
Decisions like this one are very personal and
private, and are best discussed in a confidential setting with Richard
Gaines.
Am
I able to make special arrangements for my handicap child in my Trust?
Yes. Making sure a disabled child is taken care of
is a complicated process requiring expert guidance.
Is
a Power of Attorney document necessary if I am single and unmarried?
Yes. If you have an unfortunate accident, you need
someone to pay your bills and help you with your financial matters.
Business Law and
Tax Planning:
What
kind of benefits can I receive from business planning?
Benefits are many. They range from protecting what
you own from creditors to tax strategies, family planning and ensuring
smooth transitions between business owners.
I
am a business owner. Can I protect personal assets from creditors?
Yes. The law allows you to operate a business as a
corporation or limited liability company. If something goes wrong, only
the assets of the company are at risk. Your house and your investments
are protected.
Doesn’t
it cost a lot of money to form a corporation?
No. In fact, it can cost you much more if you do not
have a corporation. Your investments, bank accounts and, even your house,
could be taken over by creditors; you could wind up paying more taxes or
end up in acrimonious litigation.
When
is the best time to plan for my business?
Business Planning is an ongoing process because
businesses have different needs during formation, operation and
termination.
How
can Gaines Legal Services help?
We have over 20 years of business knowledge and tax
experience to guide you through all phases of business formation operation
and termination.
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