Remember the Alamo! (And The NY Estate Tax)

The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025 permanently increased the federal estate and gift tax (FEGT) exemption to $15M per person beginning on January 1, […] Read more »

Partner Content: To Gift or Not To Gift?

With the holidays around the corner, now is a prime time to consider whether gifting makes sense for you, and if so, to whom said gifts should be made and […] Read more »

Is Your Power of Attorney Up To Par?

When it comes to estate planning (EP), the focus is often on the Last Will and Testament. Yet, one could easily argue the Power of Attorney (POA) is just as […] Read more »

Financial Focus: 529 Education Savings Plans: More Flexible Than You Think

Planning for your child’s education can feel overwhelming, but a 529 education savings plan offers a powerful way to build a financial foundation for their educational future. One in 4 […] Read more »

Partner Content: No Small Feat with The Big Beautiful Bill

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which was signed into law by President Trump in 2018, increased the federal estate and gift tax (FEGT) exemption amount from $5 million […] Read more »

Revisiting Your Estate Plan During Those Hazy Lazy Days Of Summer

When work slows down, the kids are away at camp, and those long hazy lazy days of summer set in, it’s the perfect time to revisit your estate plan. In […] Read more »

A Journey Through Loss, Hope, and the Miracle of Life: One Couple’s IVF Story

When two people enter into a committed relationship, dreams of building a family often follow. For Westchester-based couple, Kyla and Joseph, their journey to parenthood was filled with love, heartbreak, […] Read more »

Partner Content: The Impact of Retirement Plans on Medicaid Eligibility

It is a misconception that a sizeable retirement plan, such as an IRA, 401K, or 403B, prevents one from qualifying for Medicaid. Luckily, in New York State, this is not […] Read more »

Partner Content: A Year-Round Oasis on the Hudson

Sitting on the porch of my home on the Hudson, the Shattemuc Yacht Club, I experienced yet another exquisite sunset. I wondered how different (if at all) the view might […] Read more »

Partner Content: Issues to Consider When Marrying Later in Life

Love can bloom even in your golden years! Whether you’re tying the knot for the first time or giving it a second (or third) go-round, below are some long-term care […] Read more »