Sometimes Stuff Is the Most Important Part of Your Estate Plan Most people usually think about who will receive their retirement and bank accounts, life insurance proceeds, real estate, and other valuable possessions upon their death. However, a person’s personal…
Pittman Law Office NewsflashEstate Planning Horror StoriesWe all know that we are going to pass, yet some folks fail to have their affairs in order when the time comes. We would assume that the "rich and famous" would have an…
What To Do With a Loved One's Used Medical EquipmentAfter a loved one has passed away and the services are been held, the task of sorting through their personal belongings begins. While items with sentimental value or family historical importance…
Estate Planning Pop QuizAugust means school is back in session or just around the corner, signaling the return of Friday night lights and school zones. Try your hand at this estate planning pop quiz to see if your knowledge of…
Pittman Law Office NewsflashChristmas in JulyYou may associate the month of July with swimming pools and palm trees, but we are more than half way to Christmas! Don't wait until last minute to think about gift giving! Below you will…
June 15th is Elder Abuse Awareness Day!Sometimes you see those terrible stories shown on TV related to elder abuse and think, do they really happen? Unfortunately, some of them are real. The movie I Care a Lot tells the story…
Pittman Law Office Newsflash May is National Elder Law Month Since the 1960's the month of May has been recognized in some form as Elder Law Month. In previous years it has been called "Senior Citizens Month" or "Older Americans…
Pittman Law Office Newsflash Tax season is almost over! Congratulations to those who have already submitted their tax returns and good luck to all those who are working frantically before the deadline. While we are currently focusing on personal returns,…
Pittman Law Office Newsletter Do you really have everything in order when you pass away? One of the main reasons our clients come to us is to make it as easy as possible on their loved ones when they pass…
On January 1, 2023, the lifetime gift tax exemption, federal estate tax exemption, and the annual gift tax exclusion increased. For additional information on the 2023 tax update, we recommend that you contact your CPA or Accountant. Here is a…