Tag: wealth transfer

4 Retirement Traps No One Tells You About

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on September 16, 2025.

Most people spend decades preparing financially for retirement, but very few consider the emotional and mental changes that come with it. Retirement isn’t only about money in the bank. It’s also about identity, purpose, relationships, and planning for the future. Retirement often feels more uncertain and overwhelming than it needs to. The transition out of work is a whole new stage of life with hidden retirement traps that can catch you off guard.

Life will look and feel different when the structure of work is no longer there. Let’s take a look at four challenges that often surprise people after they retire and how to navigate them.

Avoid These Estate Planning Mistakes from the Rich and Famous

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on May 15, 2025.

Explore real-world celebrity estate planning mistakes to learn what not to do when creating your own legacy or estate plan for your assets.

When it comes to wealth and legacy, even the rich and famous can get estate planning wrong—and sometimes in very public and expensive ways. From overlooked documents to poor communication and failed funding of trusts, these missteps often lead to years of legal battles and unintended consequences for heirs.

At Paces Ferry Wealth Advisors, we believe that clear, coordinated planning is essential, regardless of how much money you have. Here’s a look at several high-profile estate planning mistakes and what we can all learn from them.

Streamline Your Estate Planning with Simple Account Titling Strategies

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on April 24, 2025.

Learn why choosing the right titling strategy—such as joint tenancy or TOD accounts—can simplify estate planning and help your assets avoid probate.

When it comes to estate planning, how your accounts are titled can have a significant impact on what happens to your assets after you pass away. Certain titling strategies can help you avoid probate, simplify asset distribution, and ensure your wishes are carried out. Others—if not handled properly—can lead to unintended consequences.

In this article, we’ll walk through three common account titling strategies and how each one works:

Joint Tenants with Rights of Survivorship (JTWROS)
Tenancy in Common
Transfer on Death (TOD) or Designated Beneficiary Accounts

Keep reading to learn more.

Tax-Efficient Gifting: Strategies to Share Your Wealth with the Next Generation

Written by Zachary Morris, CFP® on January 2, 2025.

Learn about tax-efficient gifting strategies, including annual exclusions, 529 plans, and direct payments, to enhance your estate planning

Are you concerned about your estate being subject to federal estate taxes? Or perhaps you’d like to see your loved ones benefit from your wealth during your lifetime rather than after you’re gone? If so, you’re not alone. Many individuals seek ways to pass wealth efficiently to the next generation while addressing the complexities of estate taxes.

In this article, we’ll explore multiple strategies for transferring wealth in a tax-efficient way. These approaches align with current laws and exemptions and aim to preserve as much of your estate as possible for your beneficiaries.

Navigating the Complexities of Inheritance Tax: Strategies for More Efficient Wealth Transfer

Written by Jeff Diamond on September 30, 2024.

Explore strategies for managing inheritance tax and more efficiently transferring wealth to your heirs.

When it comes to leaving a legacy, few topics are as emotionally charged and complex as inheritance tax. As you plan to pass on your hard-earned wealth, the last thing you want is for your loved ones to face significant financial challenges. Unfortunately, inheritance tax is a reality that can diminish the wealth you intend to transfer. However, with thoughtful planning and strategic foresight, it is possible to navigate these complexities and manage the impact on your legacy. Let’s explore some key aspects of inheritance tax as well as some practical strategies to help you transfer your wealth more efficiently.

Navigating Inter-Generational Wealth Transitions When You Run a Family Business

Written by Jeff Diamond on February 24, 2021.

Guidance for Overcoming Common Challenges

Having something to pass down to future generations of your family is a dream shared by many people, especially those with family businesses. If you’re lucky enough to achieve it, however, you may face some of the common challenges of an inter-generational wealth transition. So challenging is such a transfer, in fact, that 90% of affluent families have greatly diminished wealth by the third generation. Below, we will discuss three common wealth transfer issues and provide guidance to help you navigate these potential challenges and ensure your assets move smoothly to the next generation.

Zach Morris featured in Recent Article Published by Statefarm

Written by admin on August 13, 2020.

In an article published on statefarm.com this month, Co-Founder Zach Morris offered his insight and expertise on wealth transfers.

5 Things to Understand about Wealth Transfers

One reason some people focus on building wealth over a lifetime is to be able to pass along resources and provide opportunities to their children and grandchildren. But it takes time and planning — as well as conversations about expectations and shared values — to have this transfer work well for everyone.