Questions from Personal Finance


Q: Morris didn’t understand why he should set up a bypass trust.

Morris didn’t understand why he should set up a bypass trust. He said that without a trust, upon his death the $6,000,000 in assets in his name could go to his wife free of estate tax. Why should he p...

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Q: What are the strengths and weaknesses of a durable power of attorney

What are the strengths and weaknesses of a durable power of attorney?

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Q: When I examined Richard and Monica’s insurance policies, I found the

When I examined Richard and Monica’s insurance policies, I found the following: a. Medical coverage was adequate. b. Auto insurance was at the minimum level for the state of $50,000 to $100,000 per ac...

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Q: Name the three major ways of receiving non–work-related

Name the three major ways of receiving non–work-related funds from acquaintances and indicate how they should be valued.

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Q: Detail the advantages and disadvantages of probate.

Detail the advantages and disadvantages of probate.

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Q: Identify the alternative ways of titling and transferring assets and indicate how

Identify the alternative ways of titling and transferring assets and indicate how they differ.

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Q: Shelly had just inherited money from her parents that she was considering

Shelly had just inherited money from her parents that she was considering placing in a joint account with her husband. She also was contemplating a legal separation from her husband. What advice would...

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Q: Why are basis and a step-up in basis important?

Why are basis and a step-up in basis important?

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Q: Sally gave $200,000 to her daughter and said,

Sally gave $200,000 to her daughter and said, “It’s yours as long as you agree to support me when I am older, if I should run out of my funds.” Is that a gift? Explain.

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Q: List the maturity dates for classification purposes for bonds.

List the maturity dates for classification purposes for bonds.

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