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California Homestead Protection: What You Need to Know
Homestead protection in California is a legal provision that effectively shields a percentage of your primary residence’s equity from creditors,

Can I Lose My Homestead Exemption in Texas? Yes, But It Isn’t What You Think
The primary asset clients typically want to protect is their residence. After all, the prospect of being kicked out of

States That Allow Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
Trusts come in numerous varieties and serve different purposes. The most common trust is a revocable or living trust. Such

Arizona Homestead Protection | How Do I Protect My Residence in Arizona?
If you own a home in Arizona, a valuable asset protection strategy is to consider utilizing the Arizona Homestead Exemption.

A Quick Guide to Domestic Asset Protection Trusts (DAPTs)
If you have significant assets and are looking for ways to protect your hard-earned wealth from exposure to creditors or legal claims, there are various legal options to consider, including establishing a Domestic Asset Protection Trust (DAPT)

Why Series LLCs Have Serious Problems For Asset Protection
There has been much debate about whether series LLCs are a viable asset protection tool. If you are asking yourself, “Is a series LLC a good idea?” then here is the answer: No, they are not a good idea, and they should not be part of your asset protection plan. Why?

Corporate Transparency Act 101
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which went into effect on January 1, 2024, requires entities within its scope to disclose information, including information regarding beneficial owners, to the United States Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (also known as “FinCEN”).

21 Reasons Why Skabelund PLLC is the Best Asset Protection Law Firm
You have worked hard to accumulate your wealth and recognize that a lawsuit can take it all away. There are

Why Gift Trusts are a Win-Win in Asset Protection and Eliminating the Estate Tax
Gift trusts are the Swiss army knife in estate planning as they can eliminate your estate tax while also protecting your assets from lawsuits. A gift trust is a way to gift assets to another party, such as your children or grandchildren, without having to pay the estate taxes that would apply upon your death.
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