Some love annuities, some hate them, but there’s no denying that many find them useful, and they often form part of an estate plan. Before making a decision, it’s a good idea to learn more about them and how they might be able to help you. Annuities are contracts—sold by insurance companies—that return a series… Read more

Congress recently passed legislation to loosen some of the restrictions that came with the popular Payroll Protection Program; the president signed it into law on June 5. The new law runs only about 1,000 words, but it contains several major changes that vastly extend the terms of the program: The new law lets PPP loans… Read more

Everyone wants to protect their families, even after they pass from this world. That’s the purpose of estate plans. But how do you know whether all of the elements of a good plan are in place? The first step is understanding the difference between a will and a trust: A will lays out your wishes… Read more