Questions from Personal Finance


Q: Richard called and said that he had compiled a list of assets

Richard called and said that he had compiled a list of assets and would send it. It came a few days later. His assets included a home worth $300,000, approximately $350,000 in securities, two cars wor...

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Q: In our meeting, it became apparent that Richard’s investment loss was

In our meeting, it became apparent that Richard’s investment loss was not a solitary act. Richard was very indulgent and paid little attention to his health. He went out on shopping sprees that he and...

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Q: Why perform tax planning?

Why perform tax planning?

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Q: Which is the most appropriate tax bracket to use in making investment

Which is the most appropriate tax bracket to use in making investment decisions: marginal or average tax bracket? Why?

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Q: What is the difference between shifting income and transforming income?

What is the difference between shifting income and transforming income?

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Q: What is clustering of expenses? Give an example of it.

What is clustering of expenses? Give an example of it.

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Q: Identify five reasons for having a will.

Identify five reasons for having a will.

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Q: Samantha was affluent and gave $6,000 to each of

Samantha was affluent and gave $6,000 to each of 1,000 needy individuals. Someone told her that under the uniform estate and gift tax, she would have to pay a tax. Were they correct?

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Q: Detail the advantages and disadvantages of setting up a trust.

Detail the advantages and disadvantages of setting up a trust.

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Q: Shane didn’t want to establish a bypass trust with her son as

Shane didn’t want to establish a bypass trust with her son as remainder beneficiary even though it would reduce the tax on her estate. She said her husband might need some of the money. Is that wise?...

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