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On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Mar 30, 2026 | Commercial Real Estate |
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Mar 13, 2026 | Estate Planning |
If you are an adult who is trying to figure out how they can further improve their estate plan, a revocable living trust (RLT) may be worthy of consideration.
To help provide you with better insight into this topic, here are three key benefits of an RLT:
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Mar 13, 2026 | Estate Planning |
Estate planning is more than drafting a will. It is a comprehensive process that determines how your assets will be managed during your lifetime and distributed after your death.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Mar 13, 2026 | Estate Planning | A power of attorney (POA) gives someone else the legal authority to act on your behalf. But, how far does that authority really go? Understanding the limits of a POA is essential to protecting yourself, your assets and your loved ones. First, it’s important to distinguish between the types of POA.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 20, 2026 | Real Estate | Many aspiring home buyers obtain mortgage pre-approval before scheduling tours. They want to know how much home they can afford so that they don’t waste their time viewing properties they cannot purchase. Mortgage pre-approval can help sellers feel more confident about selecting a specific buyer for a property.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Estate Planning | A will gives an individual control over their legacy. The testator drafting the document can select their own beneficiaries. They may allocate property to family members, friends and even charitable organizations. Many people planning their estates focus on who should inherit from their estates.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Real Estate | Buying or selling property can be exciting. But discovering fraud or misrepresentation can make it stressful and confusing. Real estate fraud in Westchester and across New York comes in many forms. It can include false statements about a property or misleading financial documents.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Real Estate | When real estate changes hands, new buyers may find themselves wondering about their obligations.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Jan 2, 2026 | Estate Planning | Many people do not reveal any details of their estate plan.
On Behalf of Marcus, Gould & Sussman, LLP | Dec 8, 2025 | Estate Planning | Creating an estate plan should is not something to be constantly put off until “later.” This is because when you clearly state your wishes, they can be followed; without a clear statement of your wishes, there may be no way to honor them after you’re gone. It’s good to know what happens when no clear instructions ar
