Estate planners include lawyers, accountants, and financial advisors who specialize in estate planning. They provide services that help individuals, property owners, and businesspeople in Oregon to transfer assets to their beneficiaries. They are required to possess...
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Year: 2021
What to know about IDGTs
You're encouraged to find ways to reduce the taxation that your estate is liable for. One of the estate planning tools that you have in Oregon is called an intentionally defective grantor trust, or IDGT. This trust enables you to defer estate taxes on your property....
What are the best tips for selling your home?
If you have your mind set on moving, you will want to sell your Oregon home. However, if you’re not a real estate expert, you may not know where to begin. These are a few of the best tips on selling. Get an inspection first Anytime you plan on selling your house, you...
MLB team reaches a trademark agreement
Residents of Aloha and other nearby areas in Oregon may want to learn more about the settlement of a lawsuit that charged the former Cleveland Indians with trademark infringement. The new name for the Cleveland Indians is "Guardians," but a local roller derby team...
Understanding an anticipatory breach of contract
Business owners in Oregon sign all different types of contracts with other companies that they work with. Contracts are meant to establish the responsibilities of multiple parties and provide legal remedies if things go wrong. If one party in a contract decides that...
What should you include in your estate planning?
Estate planning is an important part of planning for the future and protecting your loved ones. As a resident of Oregon, you will want to include certain things while planning your estate. Use this estate planning checklist to help. Include a will A will is one of the...
Tips for negotiating a retail store commercial lease
Starting a retail store in Oregon requires several different elements. Choosing a prime location, the correct type of products and hard-working employees should help get you on the right track. Negotiating your commercial lease is another key element you'll want to...
Estate planning is more than just a will
Persons interested in writing a will might come across the words "estate planning." Some may wonder what the difference is between the two, which is understandable. Using the terms interchangeably might be the reason for the confusion, and Oregon estate administration...
Why should you create a periodic estate plan?
Estate planning can a very emotionally taxing process for Oregon residents who are reluctant to think about passing away. However, reviewing your estate plans can be crucial for making sure that your wishes are carried out after you're gone. After you create your...
Real estate encumbrances: What you need to know
The real estate market has grown considerably in the past decade, and it shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon in Oregon. If you're looking to purchase property, you'll need to be familiar with real estate law, which includes the different types of encumbrances....