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Midland Park Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Law Offices of James C. Zimmermann

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  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Providing Legal Solutions in Sussex, Passaic and Bergen counties since 1991.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBankruptcy, Bankruptcy Arbitration, and 313 more

James C. Zimmermann
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Conte Clayton & Austin, P.A.

4.9
59 Reviews

  • 666 Godwin Avenue, Suite 320, Midland Park, NJ 07432

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE & BUSINESS LAW, ADMITTED IN FL & NJ

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Transactions and Corporate Counsel, Litigation, and 6 more

Michael A. Austin
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Strasser & Associates, P.C. A Professional Corporation

4.0
7 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • Strasser & Associates, P.C., is a general practice law firm serving individuals and business clients state wide.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Federal Practice, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

Conrad M. Olear
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Jones & Jones

4.7
1 Review

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Professional Representation Delivering Results for Financial Institutions, Businesses and Individuals

  • Estate Planning LawyersTrial Practice, Appellate Practice, and 35 more

Graham O. Jones
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CHOI LAW FIRM

4.9
34 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Family Law, Estate Planning, and Commercial Litigation Law Firm serving Northern New Jersey and New York City with over 90 years experience. Dedication and loyalty from attorneys... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCommercial Litigation, Criminal Law, and 47 more

Sandra Choi
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Leopold Law, LLC

4.9
60 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Experienced And Aggressive Lawyers You Can Trust. Ready to Serve you with Integrity and Respect. Free Consultation

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 28 more

Howard B. Leopold
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Uscher Quiat Uscher & Russo, P.C.

4.9
57 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Disability Attorneys Fighting For Your Disability and Life Insurance. Call for a FREE Consultation Today! Offices in NY & NJ.

  • Estate Planning LawyersDisability Claims, UNUM Claims, and 4 more

Joseph Russo
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Murano & Roth, LLC

4.9
62 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers4 awards

  • We believe that legal representation is as much about our relationship with you as it is about fighting for your rights.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBankruptcy, Personal Injury, and 48 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

John Murano
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The Paton Law Firm, LLC

4.2
21 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Highly Experienced Estate Planning, Business & Real Estate Lawyers | Wills & Trusts | Business Transactions | Responsive Personal Service 201-546-5298

  • Estate Planning LawyersWills, Trusts, and 96 more

  • Free Consultation

Kimberly A. Paton
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Newman, Simpson & Cohen, LLP

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Newman & Simpson, LLP is a full-service business law firm.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Corporate Law, and 34 more

Susan M. Marra
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Kaufmann Gildin & Robbins LLP

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers1 award

  • GETTING IT DONE. EXPERTLY. EXTRAORDINARILY. EFFICIENTLY.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFranchising, Litigation, and 10 more

David A. Cannon
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Conte Clayton & Austin, P.A.

4.9
59 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE & BUSINESS LAW, ADMITTED IN FL & NJ

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Transactions and Corporate Counsel, Litigation, and 6 more

Brendan Greve
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Brach Eichler LLC

4.6
121 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 100 lawyers2 awards

  • A multidisciplinary law firm with more than 55 years practicing law, we are ready to meet virtually any legal services need. Our attorneys are dedicated to delivering outstanding... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Labor and Employment, and 5 more

Caroline Patterson
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Law Offices Charles A. Gruen

5.0
5 Reviews

  • Serving Midland Park, NJ and Bergen County, New Jersey

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Attorney At Law

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Litigation, and 21 more

Charles A. Gruen
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Law Offices of Steven W. Tarta

  • 700 Godwin Ave., Ste. 330, Midland Park, NJ 07432

Teschon Riccobene & Siss, P.A.

  • 327 Godwin Ave., Midland Park, NJ 07432

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David F. Lyttle, Attorney

  • 14 Hiawatha Ct., Midland Park, NJ 07432

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This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can a child avoid estate and inheritance taxes in the state of New Jersey by becoming a co-owner of a house while the parent is still alive?

Diana L. Anderson
Answered by attorney Diana L. Anderson
Estate Planning lawyer at Diana L. Anderson
First you have to look at the total value of the estate.  Estate tax is imposed on estates with a total value over $675,000.  You look at all of the assets in the estate and then deduct certain costs and expenses like funeral costs, attorney's fees, etc.  If the total amount remaining after the deductions is over $675,000 then you will pay tax.  If you become a joint owner of the house, then when you sell it you will pay capital gains tax on the difference between the sales price and the price your mother bought the house for in the 1980.  Balancing those two taxes out, I would say leave the house in mom's name and pay the estate tax - its less than you will pay in capital gains.  You will not pay inheritance taxes because you are Class A beneficiaries as children of the decedent.  
First you have to look at the total value of the estate.  Estate tax is imposed on estates with a total value over $675,000.  You look at all of the assets in the estate and then deduct certain costs and expenses like funeral costs, attorney's fees, etc.  If the total amount remaining after the deductions is over $675,000 then you will pay tax.  If you become a joint owner of the house, then when you sell it you will pay capital gains tax on the difference between the sales price and the price your mother bought the house for in the 1980.  Balancing those two taxes out, I would say leave the house in mom's name and pay the estate tax - its less than you will pay in capital gains.  You will not pay inheritance taxes because you are Class A beneficiaries as children of the decedent.  
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Do I have to give money from the estate away?

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Answered by attorney Stephen P. Dempsey (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Stephen P. Dempsey Counselor at Law
She really has no right to pursue you but it often avoids the possiblity of a lawsuit by offering them something and having them sign a waiver.
She really has no right to pursue you but it often avoids the possiblity of a lawsuit by offering them something and having them sign a waiver.

Living trust

Diana L. Anderson
Answered by attorney Diana L. Anderson
Estate Planning lawyer at Diana L. Anderson
Medicaid does not "take" your home.  You need to be able to pay for the care that you are receiving.  If you are in a skilled nursing facilty, and are not likely to leave there, then the home is sold and the proceeds are used to pay for your care as the care is being received.  No one "takes" the home.  If your assets run out, and you still need care, then Medicaid will be available to pay for the care.  You should not worry about protecting your assets as much as you  should worry about having enough assets to provide the care you need in the setting that you want. 
Medicaid does not "take" your home.  You need to be able to pay for the care that you are receiving.  If you are in a skilled nursing facilty, and are not likely to leave there, then the home is sold and the proceeds are used to pay for your care as the care is being received.  No one "takes" the home.  If your assets run out, and you still need care, then Medicaid will be available to pay for the care.  You should not worry about protecting your assets as much as you  should worry about having enough assets to provide the care you need in the setting that you want. 
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