13 New Tax Numbers to Know for 2027
By Melanie WaddellThe IRS announced Thursday the 2027 annual inflation adjustments, which include an increase in the estate tax exclusion.
August 13, 2026
Your Clients Want to Talk About Estate Planning. Don't Shy Away.Done right, the process can lead to stronger client relationships and increased AUM, Vanilla's Gene Farrell says.
July 27, 2026
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Naming a Trust as IRA Beneficiary? Follow 4 Rules to Avoid a Tax Bomb for HeirsFailure to properly structure the trust could result in a compressed payout schedule at a 37% tax rate.
June 04, 2026
After OBBBA, Some Wealthy Clients Have Estate Planning RegretsClients who rushed to give assets to children may be having second thoughts.
May 26, 2026
Tax Court Cites Life, Annuity Assets in 40% Penalty RulingThe judge found that a microcaptive arrangement was not adequately disclosed on the insured firm's tax return.
May 12, 2026
New Bill Seeks to Curb Use of Trusts for Estate Tax DodgingThe Fair Trusts for Fiscal Responsibility Act taxes assets over $50 million in certain types of trusts.
April 16, 2026
Wyden Bill Would Wreck Existing Private Placement Life and Annuity ArrangementsHolders would have 180 days to replace the arrangements or liquidate them.
March 09, 2026
Dynasty, Wealth.com Partner on AI-Powered Estate Planning ToolDynasty advisor partners will be able to deliver "deeper, scenario-based guidance at scale," CEO Shirl Penney says.