Entries by Dan Baron

Can Lawyers Draft Wills for Out-of-State Residents?

Cleveland, Ohio Estate Planning Attorney Perhaps for most estate planning attorneys, the relationships built among clients can last for decades.  Because of the duration of the relationship, it’s not unusual for an estate planning attorney to receive requests for legal assistance from clients who have changed their residence to a state in which the attorney […]

Living Trusts vs. Testamentary Trust

Living Trusts vs. Testamentary Trusts Cleveland, Ohio Estate Planning Attorney Dan Baron: If you’re planning for your Ohio estate plan, then you’re probably lost among the many estate planning terminologies. However, there are numerous estate planning methods to provide safety and security for your family.  There are many ways to achieve this including living trusts, […]

How Does a Minimum Required Distribution Affect My Retirement?

Cleveland, Ohio Estate Planning Attorney If your retirement portfolio contains a Simple Employee Pension (“SEP”), or Simple IRA, you need to know how the minimum distribution system works.  Cleveland, Ohio estate planning attorney Dan Baron provides the following remarks. One major attraction to IRA’s and other estate planning tools is the ability to accumulate funds […]

Creating a Business Succession Plan – Cross Purchase Agreements

Creating a Business Succession Plan – Cross Purchase Agreements Whether you’re planning for retirement or tragedy, having a business succession plan is imperative for business owners.  Big business or small, planning for the financial stability of your partners and employees can mean the difference between business as usual and leaving your spouse bankrupt.   Moreover, understanding […]

What is a Charitable Remainder Trust?

Unique Estate Planning Methods to Secure a Lifetime of Income, Save Taxes, & Benefit the Community Most people planning for their retirement have a misconception that charitable giving is only for the wealthy.  However, there are several estate planning tools that can benefit your favorite charity while also earning you steady stream of income.  One […]

Building a Charitable Contribution in your Estate Plan

Estate Planning Charitable Donations Have you ever considered incorporating a charitable donation into your estate plan?   Aside from the tax benefits, including charitable giving into your estate plan is a wonderful way to extend your legacy and show your generosity.  And contrary to public belief, charitable giving in your estate plan is not just for […]