Category: Estate Planning

In the scenic area in and around Baton Rouge, Louisiana, family values and business aspirations often intersect. That’s why succession planning here is a vital aspect of preserving the legacy of family-owned businesses. This process is fraught with challenges that require the legal knowledge and skills Kallio Law Firm, LLC provides. Our...

While most people focus on providing for their loved ones through their estate planning, charitable giving might be something you want to add to your overall plan. Charitable giving lets you help causes that are close to your heart while at the same time allowing you to minimize tax burdens on your...

Seeing your parents age is more than just emotionally upsetting — it can be financially stressful. Effective planning is crucial, yet it can be tough to get started, and that means you could end up in the middle of a crisis with fewer options for your parents. It’s important to start today...

Many people assume estate tax and inheritance tax refer to the same thing. That’s not the case. Understanding the distinction between these taxes can help you choose better estate planning strategies to protect your legacy. But what is the difference between these two types of taxes?

A will is an important estate planning document, and yet the majority of Americans don’t have one. It’s a document that will help ensure your estate wishes are respected. A will also protects your legacy and ensures your loved ones are taken care of when you’re no longer around. If you’ve not...

It’s a common misconception that only the wealthy elite have estates, but “estate” simply refers to the assets you’ve accumulated during your lifetime. This could include a family home or other real estate, money in the bank, retirement accounts, an investment portfolio, and life insurance policies, among other assets.

A revocable living trust (or “revocable trust) is a valuable tool for estate planning. A revocable trust is a legal agreement about passing assets, such as a home, from one person to another. The term “revocable” means the agreement can be ended or amended by the owner of the assets while they...

While many people know that long-term care is expensive, not everyone understands how to properly plan for those expenses. Medicare provides assistance, but it comes with strict income and asset stipulations. 

If you want to know how to avoid spending all of your money or getting rid of your...

No one can predict the future, which means you never know what life may bring, and despite the fact that many people plan for their own deaths or those of their loved ones, it’s also important to consider the possibility of being alive but physically incapacitated. In such a state, you won’t...