Mon, 13 November 2006 Eight states voted to ban same-sex marriage - but what does that mean? Not all legislation is created equally. Some of these states have left open the possibility of civil unions to be recognized in the future. In other states, these amendments go further, defining what marriage is -- and isn't. Do they overrule partnership agreements or other private planning? Will these bans affect domestic partner benefits? North Carolina attorney Jeffrey Marsocci weighs the differences in this new legislation and its implications nationwide. Later, he outlines how domestic partners can find legal protection with life and estate planning. Comments[3] |
Thu, 2 November 2006 Attorney Jeffrey Marsocci discusses a growing legal misunderstanding among domestic partners looking to protect their assets: Limited Liability Company (LLC) vs. Revocable Living Trust (RLT). Which better protects you and your partner? How does one differ from the other? Should Limited Liability Companies be used in life and estate planning? What are the tax implications? Using easy-to-understand concepts for seemingly dry material, Jeffrey Marsocci explains how to get the most out of your estate planning so you can relax and enjoy your life! Comments[0] |
Wed, 1 November 2006 So you have a Revocable Living Trust -- now what? You must place assets in the trust for it to work! Attorney Jeffrey Marsocci describes different ways to utilize your trust in order to protect your home and your accounts. What do you do with your car? Your home? That 401K from your first job? Your kid's college fund? Different assets have different options -- not to mention different taxation issues. Get a grasp of these issues and more in this podcast! Comments[3] |

