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Why You Shouldn't Deed Your Home to Your Children
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses some of the pitfalls to transferring your home to your children during your lifetime. Attorney Burton...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 29, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: Real Estate--Q: Do Wisconsin home sellers have to disclose dead trees that pose a ma
This question concerns the purchase of real estate and what disclosures are required by the Seller in Wisconsin. Starting July 1, 2018...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 27, 20181 min read


What is an EIN?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains what an EIN is, and how to obtain one from the Internal Revenue Service. Attorney Burton also...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 24, 20181 min read


What is a Family Pot Trust?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses a Family Pot Trust and how it can be used as part of your comprehensive estate planning to provide...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 21, 20181 min read


Q&A Series: Are home sellers in Wisconsin legally required to disclose a mice infestation?
I assist Buyers and Sellers with For Sale By Owner (FSBO) real estate transactions. If you are buying or selling a home and need...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 20, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: The Power of Attorney Form Asks for Two Witnesses---Who Should They Be?
Below is a recent question I answered on Avvo.com Consumer Question: The POA form asks for two witnesses to be present who should they...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 17, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: How Does Sale of Property Work When There is a Life Estate Reserved to Father in Nur
Below is a recent question I responded to regarding using life estates in Medicaid planning, and how the sale of the proceeds is divided...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 14, 20182 min read


What is The Minimum Amount of Assets Needed to Form a Trust in Wisconsin?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers the question about what minimum amount of assets are needed in order to form a Revocable Living Trust...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 9, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: Access to brother's safety deposit box?
Below is a recent question I responded to on Avvo.com discussing how to access a safe deposit box after the death of the owner. Consumer...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 6, 20182 min read


Can I Transfer My Home Into My Revocable Living Trust If I Have a Mortgage on the Property?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how to transfer a property with a mortgage into a Revocable Living Trust and also discusses a federal...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 2, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: How Do I Cash A Check Made Out to "The Estate of..."?
Below is a recent question that I responded to on Avvo.com. If you a question, please feel free to submit it for a future Q&A series or...
Thomas B. Burton
Aug 1, 20181 min read


What is Flow Through Taxation for a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains how "Flow Through" taxation works for an LLC that elects to be taxed as a partnership and discusses...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 31, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: Will a Nursing Home Come After the Owners' Personal Assets?
Here is a recent consumer question I answered on Avvo.com regarding the 60 month Medicaid look back period and the penalty for gifts made...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 27, 20182 min read


How Can A Trust Own Property in Multiple States?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how a Revocable Living Trust can hold title to property in different states, helping you to avoid...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 26, 20182 min read


Should I Form a Partnership With My Friend?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses some of the pitfalls of forming a general partnership with a friend and suggests you look at other...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 24, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: How Soon Does a Will Need to be Read After a Person Passes Away in Wisconsin?
As part of my Q&A Series, below is a recent question I answered on Avvo.com. I share some of my answers here on my blog as a benefit to...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 23, 20181 min read


Top Contributor Award for Attorney Thomas B. Burton
Avvo recently informed me that I have earned their Top Contributor Badge Award for 2018. Avvo has a feature where consumers can ask...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 20, 20181 min read


Q&A Series: Can Husband Collect an IRA From His Deceased Wife if She Received State Medical Assi
I often respond to questions related to my firm's practice areas…wills, trusts, estate planning, business law, and real estate...on...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 19, 20182 min read


What's the Difference Between a Revocable Trust and an Irrevocable Trust?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains the difference between a Revocable Living Trust and an Irrevocable Trust and talks about some of the...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 18, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: My Mom and Dad Want Me to Get the House They Own. Can I Put My Name on the Deed and
I often respond to questions related to my firm's practice areas…wills, trusts, estate planning, business law, and real estate...on...
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 3, 20182 min read
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