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In this post I explain what an LLC is, and I also discuss how the use of this corporate structure can be very useful in separating your...
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Thomas B. Burton
Dec 4, 20171 min read
How Much Can I Give Away This Year Without Paying Gift Tax?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains how much each person can give away in 2017 without paying federal gift tax and explains what the new...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 28, 20171 min read
What are the Top 3 Reasons to Form a Revocable Living Trust?
Check out my new video blog post discussing the Top 3 Reasons for forming a Revocable Living Trust. If you have questions or suggestions...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 21, 20171 min read
What is the One Document Every Person Over Age 18 Should Have?
Check out my video post discussing the one document that every adult (anyone over the age of 18) should have. The answer may surprise...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 19, 20171 min read
What is a Revocable Living Trust?
Check out my new video discussing Revocable Living Trusts and how they function as part of a comprehensive estate plan. If you have a...
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Thomas B. Burton
Oct 21, 20172 min read
What Does my Spouse Get When I Die? (or: What Does Wisconsin State Law Say About My Surviving Spouse
Wis. Stat. 861.01 Ownership of marital property at death. (1) Surviving spouse's one-half interest in marital property. Upon the death...
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Thomas B. Burton
Feb 1, 20171 min read
Subscribe and Receive a Free "Trust vs. Will" Decision Making Guide
Subscribe to my blog and email updates and receive a free "Trust vs. Will" decision making guide. I created this one page guide as a...
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Thomas B. Burton
Jan 26, 20171 min read
6 Surprising Facts About Revocable Living Trusts
Did you know that forming a Revocable Living Trust can save you many months of probate proceedings and potentially thousands in probate...
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Thomas B. Burton
Dec 4, 20164 min read
2 Reasons Why Every Parent Should Have a Will
1. Nominate a Guardian for Minor Children For parents of minor children, your will can be used to nominate a “Guardian” for your...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 19, 20162 min read
Choosing Your Small Business Structure
I attended the 1st Annual Entrepreneurs' Conference put on by the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce this past Tuesday at the Florian...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 14, 20161 min read
President-Elect Trump's Tax Plan and Your Taxes
Now that Donald J. Trump has won the presidential election, it makes sense to tune in to his proposals for tax reform. With Republicans...
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Thomas B. Burton
May 20, 20161 min read
Owning a Cabin "Up North"
I read a great piece about owning a cabin written by a Minnesota Attorney, David J. Meyers, called "Lake Law 101 - Or: So you Want to Own...
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Thomas B. Burton
May 9, 20161 min read
Prince's Death Illustrates Importance of Having a Will
Many of you will be familiar with the artist named Prince, who died recently at his Paisley Park Recording Studio in Chanhassen,...
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Thomas B. Burton
Apr 24, 20163 min read
Reason #2 to Consider a Revocable Living Trust: Planning for Incapacity
This blog post is a continuation of my series on the top reasons to consider forming a revocable living trust for your estate. If you...
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Thomas B. Burton
Apr 10, 20161 min read
Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley--New Committee Member
I am proud to announce that I have been elected to join the steering committee of the Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley. Young...
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Thomas B. Burton
Mar 6, 20161 min read
In Person Meetings Now Available in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
I am pleased to announce that I have signed an agreement to use Executive Office space at the Waterford Building, in Eau Claire, to meet...
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Thomas B. Burton
Dec 29, 20151 min read
What Happens in Wisconsin When You Die Without a Will
Nolo.com is a website with helpful information on many legal topics. Today I found that they have a helpful chart that explains the...
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Thomas B. Burton
Nov 22, 20152 min read
Reason #1 to Consider a Revocable Living Trust: PRIVACY
A trust is a private agreement made between the person who creates the trust (the “settlor”) and the person named to look after the...
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Thomas B. Burton
Oct 22, 20151 min read
Instructions for Disposition of Your Body after Death
Did you know that Wisconsin law allows you to designate an Agent and detail your wishes for the final disposition of your body after your...
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Thomas B. Burton
Apr 15, 20153 min read
Top 3 Reasons to Make a Will
Did you know that April is National Financial Literacy Month? An important partner to financial literacy is a basic understanding of...
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