But how much do most really understand about the basics of estate planning and inheritance law? In this article, we’ll provide a brief summary of some of the more common estate plans and offer an overview of the responsibilities of an executor.
Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, Senior Financial Planner at The Planning Center, was recently featured in a New Orleans Magazine article, where he discussed “Financial Planning Tips for Life’s Ups and Downs.”
One important question that all who are approaching retirement should consider is how taxes will impact their retirement income. Especially since most retirees are “spending down” their retirement nest egg, making it last as long as possible is a high priority.
Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, Senior Financial Planner at The Planning Center, was recently featured in a CNBC article titled “What Investors Can Learn from the S&P’s Performance After Presidential Elections Since 1928.”
We’ve written previously about various ways grandparents might want to structure the financial gifts they provide for their grandchildren. Grandparents may wish to include their grandchildren in their annual gifting plans as a regular part of their estate planning; in 2024, by combining their individual gift tax exclusions, a married couple filing jointly can gift as much as $36,000 to one or more individuals.
Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, Senior Financial Planner at The Planning Center, was recently featured in a ThinkAdvisor Retirement Planning article titled “Are Boomers Hoarding Wealth From Their Millennial Children?”
Because losing a spouse is an emotionally tough time, managing financial tasks may feel almost impossible. In addition to consulting with your wealth advisor, ask for help from a trusted family member or close friend.
Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, Senior Financial Planner at The Planning Center, was recently featured in an Investopedia article titled “Some People Expect More Than $1 Million In Inheritance. Are You One Of Them?”
Since its enactment in 1932, families with significant assets have utilized the annual gift tax exclusion as a tool for both transferring wealth to the next generations and also reducing the size of the taxable estate.
Senior Financial Planner Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, recently appeared in a CNBC article about moving abroad as a living option for retirees. The piece highlighted the desire for lower living costs and better lifestyles among relocating retirees.
The piece explores the concept that, while the standard advice is to avoid doing anything, there are some distinct exceptions. Read the full article to learn more about making sound financial decisions.
In a recent article published by CNBC about couples and financial stress, Jude Boudreaux, a certified financial planner and senior financial planner with The Planning Center in New Orleans, emphasizes the importance of communication in overcoming financial conflicts.
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