Legacies For All: Announcing Our 2019 Charities

By WealthCounsel Staff on Jan 25, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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We believe legacy-building isn’t just for an elite few—it’s for everyone. Through the charitable arm of WealthCounsel, WealthCounsel Stands, we hope to empower local communities to create their own legacies by creating a lasting impact that extends beyond document drafting.

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What is a Reasonable Fee? Common Sense and Ethical Bounds

By Jill Roamer, JD, CIPP/US on Jan 23, 2019 10:08:00 AM

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Model Rules of Professional Conduct provide legal professionals with guidance in respectable practice, proper client relations, and how to navigate ethical grey areas.

Topics: Elder Law
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How Qualified Disclaimers Make Estate Planning More Flexible

By WealthCounsel Education Staff on Jan 18, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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A key element of estate planning is to remember that things change. Assets today might not be available down the road. At the same time, assets might grow and require money to be moved around or reallocated when a spouse passes away.

The best estate planning strategies offer flexibility so that loved ones can analyze situations and make decisions when someone passes away. Rather than adhering to stiff plans with complex trust structures, estate planners can add flexibility and achieve significant tax advantages through the use of qualified disclaimers.

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