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Definition of a 10K Report
The 10-K Report (Annual Report on Form 10-K) is one of a number of reports that corporations with publicly-traded securities must file with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Publicly-traded securities, including common stock, preferred stock, and bond
Missouri's Laws of Probate on the Determination of an Estate's Value
In Missouri, when someone dies, their estate must go through a process known as probate. In the probate court, the court will determine the value of the estate, pay any debts of the estate and pass down any remaining assets to the heirs of the estate. The first order of business for the...
IRS Tax Identification Requirements for Trusts
Trusts have certain identification requirements which must be met for tax purposes.tax forms image by Chad McDermott from Fotolia.comThe IRS requires a tax identification number for all trusts to ensure they can keep track of taxable trusts. A unique number may be required based on the...
Assets Beneficiary - What to Think About When Opening Up a Bank Or Securities Account
It is a common error for people to think that when a family member passes away, the assets of that family member are given to beneficiaries by way of that person's will.What some people do not know is that certain assets including some checking and savings accounts, mutual funds accounts, one&a
How to Transfer Property in Prison
Sometimes an inmate may want to transfer property that is located outside the prison, such as sell a vehicle or transfer title to a home. The basic steps to conduct this transfer are the same whether the inmate is in a county, state or federal correctional facility, and involve requesting the proper
Can the New Trustee Make Changes on a Revocable Trust Upon Death?
When an individual decides to place assets into a trust, he needs to consider different aspects of the trust. These include determining whether the trust should be revocable, which assets to transfer to the trust and which people to assign various roles in the trust. These roles include naming the t
Florida Wills and Probate FAQs
According to a recent annual survey by the legal Web site FindLaw, 57 percent of Americans do not have a will - potentially leaving them without any influence over crucial issues involving their assets or who will take responsibility for minor children after their death. Although most people recogni
Legal Actions to Stop Rumors
A party who disseminates rumors about another person or business may face legal action. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects most speech. However, constitutional protection does not extend to slanderous statements. It is difficult to stop speech before it happens. However, a slander
Estate Planning Made Easy....Easier
A major intergenerational transfer of wealth is underway, like nothing before seen in this country-or the world, for that matter. Estimates from the Federal Reserve Board have the richest 5% of U.S. households likely to pass along nearly 60% of the nations wealth within the next 50 years.
How to Obtain My Visa Number That I Lost
All foreign citizens traveling to the US require a visa number, obtained from a US embassy abroad. Likewise, US citizens also require visas if they are traveling to some countries. A visa number is legal proof that you are permitted to enter the country you are are traveling to. If you lose your vis
What Are Probate Records?
Probate is the procedure of proving a will is valid and administering the dead person's (decedent's) estate according to the will's terms. Probate law varies from state to state, but many of the core documents comprising a probate record are the same.
How to Copy Characters to Tespia
"MapleStory" is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game that frequently updates to repair lingering problems and add new content. To test these editions to the game, Nexon uses a test server called Tespia and invites players to play through the editions and look for glitches or is
Learn When to File an Estate Tax Return for 2015 Deaths
A federal estate tax return (IRS Form 706) is only required to be filed under very specific circumstances. Nonetheless, some nontaxable estates may need to prepare IRS Form 706. Here you will learn when an estate tax return needs to be prepared for deaths that occur in 2015.
Critical Factors to Consider When Leaving an Inheritance to Children Or Grandchildren
Although plenty of people understand the importance of leaving an inheritance to their children or grandchildren, few have procedures in place to ensure proper money management. The benefit of planning is that it helps you maximize the assets your loved ones receive when you can't provide for t
Last Will and Testament - The Perils of Dying 'Intestate
Not the most enlightening of subjects is it?And not one you'll probably discuss often, with either friends or family. What's that I hear you say? Dying.The good news is that I'm not going to take up the next few minutes of your life talking about how we might all eventually leave plan
Online Wills Vs Will Creation (Do-it-yourself) Software
The usage of online will creation software has absolutely blown up over the past few years, while consumers are constantly looking for newer, cheaper ways to create legal documents. Gone are the days when you must spend hundreds of dollars per hour talking with a lawyer to get a living will created
The Power of a Living Will
The living will, also known as an "advance directive," gives a person an opportunity to control several key decisions should he or she become incapacitated through illness or accident. This document provides detailed instructions to medical personnel regarding treatment choices, freeing family membe
Essential Documents for Planning Your Estate
Estate planning is about legally organizing your affairs to deal with the possibility of mental incapacity and certain death. Depending on your current family and financial situations, your estate plan will include four or five essential legal documents.
State Death Taxes, Princess Diana, Ed Koch, COLTC Top Wills & Estate Planning Blogs in March 2013
State estate taxes and inheritance taxes, Princess Diana's by now infamous dresses, former NYC Mayor Ed Koch's will, and the doomed Commission on Long Term Care
Planning for Incapacity: Control Your Fate
Many people consider having a Will, but what if you don't die? Planning for incapacity is just as important as planning for your demise -- maybe even more so. Incapacity can last for a long time. Are you and your loved ones prepared?