Asset Protection

Owning Real Estate

The ideal form of ownership varies depending on the type of real estate you own. Therefore, it is important to have the right advisors.

Protection from Bad Decisions - Discretionary Trusts

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Aug 18
2 min

Protection from Bad Decisions - Discretionary Trusts

Consider using discretionary trusts for the benefit of each of your beneficiaries.

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

May 4
5 min

Why Title Matters

Understanding how your real estate is owned, or “titled,” is necessary because this determines the extent of control you have over your real

Protecting Your Children’s Inheritance When You are Divorced

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

May 1
3 min

Protecting Your Children’s Inheritance When You are Divorced

If you are divorced, it is essential to make sure your plan works precisely the way you want. Every situation is unique, but we are here to

Protect Your Spouse with Estate Planning Strategies

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Mar 3
4 min

Protect Your Spouse with Estate Planning Strategies

Prepare for the future and the possibility of no longer being around for your spouse and plan now to protect the surviving spouse.

MILLENNIALS: You need an Estate Plan too

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Jan 21
5 min

MILLENNIALS: You need an Estate Plan too

Make sure plans are in place that not only provides for your own future needs but also those of your loved ones, including the furry ones.

The SECURE Act: How Does It Affect Your Retirement Accounts?

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Jan 14
4 min

The SECURE Act: How Does It Affect Your Retirement Accounts?

The SECURE Act could have negative tax consequences for the many beneficiaries of many older Americans' retirement accounts.

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Sep 24, 2019
5 min

Do I Need a Trust?

Today, I am providing information to help you figure out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind fits your specific situation.

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Sep 10, 2019
6 min

Beneficiary Designations

There are several important factors you should consider before making a beneficiary designation for your life insurance proceeds.

Robert P. Newman, Esq.

Jul 30, 2019
2 min

Protecting the Grown-ups

In this day and age of frivolous lawsuits and high divorce rates, discretionary trusts should be considered for all of your beneficiaries.

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Law Office of Robert P. Newman, P.C.

Estate Planning · Elder Law · Probate · Business Planning

Owning Real Estate

Protection from Bad Decisions - Discretionary Trusts

Why Title Matters

Protecting Your Children’s Inheritance When You are Divorced

Protect Your Spouse with Estate Planning Strategies

MILLENNIALS: You need an Estate Plan too

The SECURE Act: How Does It Affect Your Retirement Accounts?

Do I Need a Trust?

Beneficiary Designations

Protecting the Grown-ups