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The Difference Between an Inherited Asset and a Gift Received

Whether you receive an asset from inheritance or from a gift can have significant tax impact when this asset is sold. Inherited Asset For an inherited asset you generally take this asset over at the Fair Market Value at the


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How to Plan Your Estate and Live Happily Ever After

Ask many people if they have an estate plan and they just roll their eyes.  With the Federal Estate Tax Exclusion at $5.12 million most people will not be subject to estate taxes.  In Connecticut, the exclusion is $2 million


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7 Easy Steps to Manage an Estate in Connecticut

Please review 6 Easy Steps to Open an Estate in Connecticut.  1) Post a Probate Bond   Unless the will specifically indicates a bond is not required, the executor will need to get a Probate Bond. The coverage and insurance


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6 Easy Steps to Open an Estate in Connecticut

  1) Go to Probate Court and Get Your Appointment A decedent will list their executor (or executrix) in their will.  If the decedent did not name one or did not have a will, the court will appoint someone to


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