Radio Pete's Wealth Talk

Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, is in prison and facing trial for the murder of his parents. He is in desperate need of funds to hire an attorney for his defense. His parents set up a trust in 1993 that may provide for attorney's fees. In addition, should he be found guilty, he will not inherit from his parents under California law. All states have similar laws that do not allow a...

Federal Gift and Estate Taxes are applied on the transfer of wealth during life (Gift Tax) or at death (Estate Tax). Beneficiaries should be aware of these taxes as, after all, these and other taxes, ultimately can lower the amount inherited. Since the beneficiary is often left out of the discussions during life, they should have at least some idea about some of the tax-avoidance techniques and ra...

Often a trust leaves inheritance to beneficiaries in a structured, or delayed, payout instead of an all-at-once payout on the death of the Settlor. But, there is often language in the trust allowing the Trustee to make exceptions in the case of emergencies. This is often found in the "HEMS" language which are payouts for Health, Education, Maintenance and Support.

In this episode of Revocable Living Trusts we get into some of the mechanics of trust administration post-death. The named successor trustee steps into the shoes of the decedent Settlor and now manages the trust property. They have a fiduciary responsibility to the beneficiaries of the trust to act in good faith and with proper capability. The trustee must perform valuations of property, accountin...

Continuation of a discussion of RLTs. In this episode we look at some of the terms and tax ramifications of the trust. While the trust is under the control of the Settlor/Creator while they are alive and well, it is important for a beneficiary to know why certain terms are included which might affect their ultimate inheritance.

This episode introduces the Revocable Living Trust ("RLT") which is often the centerpiece of modern estate plans. I talk about how they are created and who the parties are in this three-party entity.

The episode explores the concept of a testamentary trust, its creation, structure, duration, distribution, comparison with living trust, and tax ramifications. It provides insights into the purpose, benefits, and legal aspects of testamentary trusts. Takeaways Testamentary trusts are created through wills and provide a structured way to hold and distribute assets for beneficiaries. Understanding t...

We wrap up talking about the probate process and point out that the beneficiary has a right to question or protest actions by an Executor or Administrator; but, that it must be done very carefully.

In this Episode of "Books for Beneficiaries" we delve into the specifics of what goes on in a Probate once an Executor/Administrator has received their charging orders ("Letters"). Consolidating assets, identifying and paying debts, taxes and filing an Accounting to the court.

Probate. Part 1 of a series on navigating the probate process. In this first of the series, we introduce terms and how the Executor (or Administrator) acquires their power to handle a probate estate.

In this episode we drill down to explain some of the nuanced lingo of financial and estate planning. Today we ask "What is a 'Pour Over Will', a term that when you first hear it may not be immediately obvious. If you are confused, I hope this quick explanation can clear thing up.

The conversation explores how the wealthy make a living, focusing on the buy, borrow, die strategy as a wealth preservation and tax minimization approach. It delves into the buy phase, borrow phase, and die phase, highlighting the advantages and implications of each. Takeaways Wealthy individuals live off their capital, not their labor. The concept of buy, borrow, die is a wealth preservation and...