Total Counsel Law Group

Total Counsel Law Group A Law firm with a focus on working with clients and their
advisors to ensure optimized planning in estate, tax, real estate and
business laws.

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Video - July 23, 2021

Can Liz Hurley’s Son Inherit Grandfather’s Fortune?
09/23/2019

Can Liz Hurley’s Son Inherit Grandfather’s Fortune?

“Liz Hurley’s son Damian has won a legal fight against his grandfather who tried to cut him out of his inheritance.” Multi-millionaire Dr. Peter Bing recently tried to stop Liz Hurley’s 17-year-old son Damian from getting access to his fortune—because he was born out of wedlock. However, W...

How Should Couples Begin the Estate Planning Process?
09/20/2019

How Should Couples Begin the Estate Planning Process?

“Let’s face it: mortality is hard to think about and death is impossible to plan for. What is doable, however, is getting affairs and assets in order to prevent loved ones from inheriting a headache and legal fees in the event of an incident.” About 17% of adults don’t think...

Why Do I Need a Will?
09/19/2019

Why Do I Need a Will?

“A will is the legal document that dictates how your possessions will be distributed—and who will take care of the living creatures you're responsible for—when you're no longer around.” Yahoo Finance’s recent article on this subject asks “Do You Really Need a Will?” As the article expl...

What Do I Need to Know Before Becoming an Estate Executor?
09/18/2019

What Do I Need to Know Before Becoming an Estate Executor?

“While it is an honor to be selected as an executor, executing a will takes more work than you might think.” An executor steps in for the person who wrote the will and makes sure that all the final arrangements are carried out. When you agree to be named the...

Why is Estate Planning So Important to Black Americans?
09/17/2019

Why is Estate Planning So Important to Black Americans?

“Black Americans are 50% less likely to have a living will in place, in comparison to other groups.” End of life planning is something the black American community should tie into discussions with families. Many famous black entertainers have failed to plan properly. For example, Prince (who pas...

Why Don’t Millennials Like the Stock Market?
09/16/2019

Why Don’t Millennials Like the Stock Market?

“When it comes to investing their money, millennials aren’t turning to the stock market.” A new Bankrate article asked more than 1,000 Americans what they consider the best way to invest money they won’t need for 10 or more years. Real estate was the most popular response. This answer was...

Can I Give My Half of a House Away to Avoid Taxes When it Sells?
09/13/2019

Can I Give My Half of a House Away to Avoid Taxes When it Sells?

“I received a joint ownership of my father’s house about 10 years ago with my sister. She always lived there. I share no expenses and she and my dad pay all the bills. We plan to sell the home after our father passes. Can I give her my half, so...

What is the “Kiddie Tax”?
09/12/2019

What is the “Kiddie Tax”?

“Children and grandchildren inheriting traditional IRAs could quickly find themselves in the top 37% tax bracket, thanks to changes ushered in by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.” The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act brought about a big change in how children are taxed on unearned income. This includes required....

What are the Details of the New SECURE Act?
09/11/2019

What are the Details of the New SECURE Act?

“The SECURE Act (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement, H.R. 1994) is still working through the Senate, after passing the House in May.” The SECURE Act proposes a number of changes to retirement savings. These include changes to parts of IRAs and 401(k)s. The Act is expected to b...

How Do I Name a Trust as the Beneficiary of an IRA?
09/05/2019

How Do I Name a Trust as the Beneficiary of an IRA?

“When you set up an IRA with a brokerage, you’ll usually be asked to designate a beneficiary. This is where you would enter the trust as your beneficiary, should that be the option you choose.” A frequently used strategy to save for retirement is an IRA. This money is saved...

Why Do I Need Life Insurance in My Estate Plan?
09/05/2019

Why Do I Need Life Insurance in My Estate Plan?

“Life insurance can offer income and saving options for the long term.” You’re not alone if you don’t fully understand the value and benefits that life insurance can give you as part of a retirement plan. Kiplinger’s recent article, “Don't Overlook Advantages of Making Insurance Part of ...

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Natick, MA
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