With COVID-19 affecting our communities, we are taking steps to make sure you stay safe. For those clients and potential clients who would like an estate planning consultation, we are setting up consultations with our attorneys through phone consults, FaceTime, Skype Business & Zoom. Android users can connect to us via Facebook messenger.
We are also offering to provide in-home signing appointments.
If you are interested in getting your estate planning in order, call us today.
Thousands of people were diagnosed with breast cancer in Nevada last year, impacting numerous families, friends, and community members. We must all be a part of the solution to rid the world of this damaging illness. Here are some breast cancer resources: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/about-breast-cancer/early-detection/breast-cancer-resources
“Part of estate planning includes helping with the ever-escalating costs of education for children and grandchildren.”
Did you know you can make plans to finance the education of future generations through your estate plan? Learn more: https://www.forbes.com/sites/matthewerskine/2020/08/05/estate-planning-primer-qualified-tuition-plans/#433a937c8d99
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Estate Planning Primer: Qualified Tuition Plans
FAQ: How long does a probate take?
The answer: It depends! Read the full answer on our website: https://jeffreyburr.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-probate-in-nevada/
Assigning powers of attorney is an important decision, not just regarding who you select, but also about the powers you assign to them: https://www.fedweek.com/retirement-financial-planning/the-options-in-granting-powers-of-attorney/
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The Options in Granting Powers of Attorney
As we’ve seen over the past year, doctors and nurses will work tirelessly to save the patients in their care, oftentimes neglecting their own needs in the process. From experience, we know that one of those neglected needs is their own estate planning. Estate planning is essential for everyone, especially healthcare professionals. https://www.healio.com/news/primary-care/20200811/estate-planning-a-must-for-all-physicians
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Estate planning: A must for all physicians
Having a proper estate plan in the best way to build, protect and preserve your legacy. By creating a will, trust, and powers of attorney, we can come up with a plan tailored to your needs. At the Law Firm of Jeffrey Burr, we are available to help you understand all of your legal options, while guiding you through the entire process.
Learn More:
https://jeffreyburr.com/practice-areas/estate-planning/
It’s tax season! The Internal Revenue Service says taxpayers should expect limited face-to-face operations, heavy call volume and paper-processing delays as it opens for tax season 2021, accepting tax returns for 2020. According to Forbes, there are pandemic tax law changes, and key issues to consider when filing your taxes.
Learn More:
http://ow.ly/T17x50DM6bv
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IRS Warns Of Delays And Challenging 2021 Tax Season: 10 Tax Tips For Filing Your 2020 Tax Return
It’s #NationalPuppyDay! Our pets bring so much joy into our lives with their unconditional love, and appreciating them is what today is all about! For most, pets are considered family, and it is important to plan ahead for the care of your pet should something happen to you as their owner. Having a proper pet trust in place will protect the future of your pet and ensure their safety.
Learn More:
https://jeffreyburr.com/practice-areas/pet-trusts/
A special needs trust is designed to help families address the financial needs of disabled loved ones. This area of law is highly complicated, and having a proper trust in place will protect the assets set aside for individuals with a disability. We are committed to helping our clients set aside assets in special needs trusts without sacrificing their eligibility to obtain benefits.
“May you have all the happiness and luck that life can hold – and at the end of your rainbows, may you find a pot of gold.” ~ Old Irish Blessing
