Jeffrey M. Verdon
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
- 3
- Latest publication
- Sep 27, 2026
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- Aug 18, 2026
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Why Building a Legal ‘Moat’ Is the Best Defense Against Lawsuits and Creditors (opens the original)
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In today's litigious society, just being involved in a lawsuit — even if you ultimately win — can be an exhausting, expensive and stressful ordeal. The reality is that "the process is the punishment." The legal battle itself, with its endless paperwork, court appearances and mounting fees, often causes more harm than the final court decision. For many, the best form of defense isn't waiting to fight but preventing certain lawsuits from being filed in the first place. The key is to create legal "
How to Turn Your Parents’ Unused Estate Tax Exemption Into a Capital Gains Miracle (opens the original)
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Sarah is a successful business owner who invested wisely in real estate decades ago. Over time, her properties increased dramatically in value, but the properties' tax bases (called "tax basis") are now incredibly low because she had claimed depreciation on the improvements for tax savings. Now, Sarah faces a challenge: If she sells her properties, she will owe a large capital gains tax based on those low original values, or she must engage in an IRC Section 1031 tax-free exchange. Become a smar
Protect Your Estate Plan and Peace of Mind With a QTIP Trust (opens the original)
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Estate planning for married couples presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to ensuring that both spouses' wishes are honored and assets are protected for future generations. One advanced strategy that addresses these concerns is the inter-vivos QTIP trust. In this article, I'll explore what an inter-vivos QTIP trust is, its key benefits and design considerations, and why it can be particularly well suited to married couples with modest estates (below the current $15 million unified
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