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.

Family-Owned Business and Internal Revenue Code Chapter 14 | Pt 2 of 3

How do Sections 2701–2704 impact family wealth planning? Discover key traps, safe harbors, and IRS challenges in this expert ACTEC discussion.

Deemed Realization of Gains on Gratuitous Transfers

A review of ACTEC’s report provided to the US government on proposals to tax the deemed realization of gain on gratuitous transfers of appreciated property.

Qualified Opportunity Funds and Opportunity Zones

A deep dive into the benefits and concerns of Qualified Opportunity Funds and Opportunity Zones proposed regulations.

The SECURE Act

Understand the impacts of the SECURE Act and how it may affect non-spouse beneficiaries of retirement accounts.

Symposium Grant for “Wealth Transfer Law in Comparative and International Perspective”

The ATCEC Foundation was proud to support the Symposium “Wealth Transfer Law in Comparative and International Perspective” through a grant of $20,000.

5 Reasons to Update Your Estate Plan

ACTEC Fellows discuss 5 reasons why you may want to update your Will and Estate Plan, such as after a move or divorce, when your children have grown or have substance abuse problems, or if you own a business.

The Impact of Tax Reform on Trusts After Divorce

The Tax Cut and Jobs Act had an enormous impact on existing trusts after divorce. Understand the impact and learn about ACTEC’s comments to the government and solutions to consider.