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Did you know that Pennsylvania is one of only six states that have an inheritance tax? Different from estate tax, an inheritance tax is paid by the beneficiary. However, not all beneficiaries are obligated to pay and the tax rate varies depending on your relationship to the deceased party. An expert in attorney Jeff First is […]

If you’ve been preparing for the future by planning your estate and creating your durable power of attorney, your next questions may be about probate. It’s important to know about the probate process so you can make informed choices about your assets. If you’re a Pennsylvanian looking for a probate lawyer, Philadelphia firm Jeff First […]

When it comes to your health, you want to be sure that someone you trust is making the right choices on your behalf if you’re unable to do so. To ensure that you have your best advocate, you’ll need to legally appoint someone as your health care agent. With a durable health care power of attorney, […]

In the state of Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, health care law can be difficult to navigate. Much like estate planning, preparing for end-of-life medical decisions is something most people avoid. In fact, only 26% of Americans have a living will. Though you may initially feel apprehensive, creating your advance health care directive can be very empowering, […]

Granting someone power of attorney means you give them the authority to act on your behalf in financial or legal affairs. This named person has a duty to act loyally in your best interest and in accordance with your expectations. A power of attorney can be especially useful when an individual is unable to execute […]