“Santa Clause” Help Fix The NYS Estate Tax Cliff

New York’s estate tax cliff is a unique problem for wealthy New Yorkers, but understanding how to navigate its effects can make a significant difference in estate planning. Let’s break down the key points and considerations for implementing a “Santa clause” to mitigate the impact of the estate tax cliff. Understanding the Estate Tax Cliff […]

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What Is Administration d.b.n Under NY State Law?

An Administrator d.b.n. (Administrator de bonis non with the will annexed) is a person or entity appointed to complete the administration of an estate when the previously appointed fiduciary (either an Executor or an Administrator) becomes unable or unwilling to continue before the estate's administration is finished. The term "de bonis non" literally translates to […]

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Transfer on Death Deeds in New York

The Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed will become available to property owners in New York on July 10, 2024, through the introduction of Section 424 to New York State Real Property Law. While other states already allow the utilization of Transfer on Death Deeds (also known as Lady Bird Deeds), the introduction of the TOD […]

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Non-Probate Assets According To NY State Law

Probate is the process by which a Will is submitted to the Surrogate’s Court and an Executor is appointed with the authority to act on behalf of the estate. It is also generally used to describe the process of estate administration, when a person dies without a will. However, only certain types of assets must […]

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Seven-Month Timeframe for Creditors During Estate Administration

When someone passes away and their loved ones need to collect their assets, they will sometimes need to be appointed a fiduciary of the estate. The fiduciary of an estate oversees the collection of the decedent’s assets, paying their creditors, and distributing what remains to the estate’s distributees or beneficiaries.  The fiduciary is be appointed […]

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Article 17A Guardianships Under NY State Law

In New York State when a minor reaches the age of 18, they have the legal right to make their own decisions.  Their parents no longer have the authority to make decisions about their health or property.  While this may seem obvious and logical to most, for those parents of disabled young people, a child’s […]

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Administration CTA in New York Law

When a person passes away and leaves a valid Last Will and Testament (the “will”), his named executor in the will (or a successor executor, if the primary is unavailable) has to go through  probate process. Probate is the process of proving the authenticity of the will and qualifying to act an executor to administer […]

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Guardian Of The Property Of A Minor in New York

As a parent or caretaker of a minor child, you may encounter situations where a minor requires someone to manage their financial affairs and protect their assets. This usually happens when the minor was listed as a beneficiary on a life insurance policy or bank account. In such cases, the Surrogate's Court appoints a guardian […]

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How to File for Letters of Administration in Queens County Surrogate's Court

When someone passes away without a will, their assets and property must be distributed through a legal process called intestacy and is governed by EPTL 4-1.1. In Queens County, New York, the Queens County Surrogate's Court handles these matters. If you are the next of kin of someone who passed away without a will, you […]

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What Happens to a Loved One’s Car When They Die?

Normally when a person dies with assets in their name alone, those become part of their estate and a fiduciary must be appointed to effectuate the transfer of those assets to a beneficiary named in a Will or to the next of kin in cases where the decedent had no will.  The matter will be […]

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