ACTEC Trust & Estate
Talk Podcasts

ACTEC shares advice from the best and brightest lawyers in the trust and estate field every Tuesday. The ACTEC Trust and Estate Talk podcast series shares in-depth information on topics from electronic wills to bitcoin to charitable planning. Each podcast is transcribed and includes additional resources. Listen, read, and share your new knowledge with clients and colleagues each week.

Avoiding Common Ethical Traps in Estate Planning

Expert tips for estate planning attorneys to avoid ethical pitfalls, featuring recent case examples of disciplinary actions and disqualifications.

Utilization of Section 7872

A deep dive into IRS Code Section 7872 and how to utilize the code in intrafamily loans and split-dollar loans.

Estate Planning Considerations for Small Business Owners

Small business owners need to plan for the transition of their company in their estate plan. Learn about the impact of state laws and how to plan for estate taxes.

The Uses and Abuses of Charitable LLCs

An overview of how Charitable LLCs can be used legitimately and possibly abused when pushed too far.

Drafting Charitable Gift Agreements

A discussion of charitable gift agreements and the necessary preparation for negotiating and drafting an agreement to protect the client.

Estate Planning for Entertainment Clients

Discussion is aimed at entertainment industry audience regarding issues related to their assets and rights, such as name/likeness rights and house trusts.