Assignment

Question 1: How do REITs compare to mutual funds?

Question 2: List 3 advantages and disadvantages of owning rental property.

Question 3: Define ROI.

Question 4: What is the maximum IRA contribution for someone over age the age of 50 and under the age of 50.

Question 5: Can you invest in a retirement plan through your employer and still invest in an IRA (Yes or No)?

Question 6: Explain the tax implications of drawing your money out of a Traditional IRA before the age of 59.5 (assuming this is not a distribution that is considered an early withdrawal exception)?

Question 7: What is a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)? How is this RMD calculated?

Question 8: Explain the tax inefficiency of borrowing funds from your 401(k)?

Question 9: What is a power of attorney?

Question 10: What are some of the benefits of establishing a trust?

Questions 11: How does the probate process work? Are there costs involved?

Question 12: What is a conservatorship of a minor?

Refer to Assigned Cases

Question 13: Do you feel as though your person(s) should increase their retirement plan contributions? Are they recieving their full employer match?

Question 14: Do you feel assigned person(s) have the proper estate plans in place? Do you think the person(s) need a will and/or a Trust? Why or why not.

Question 15: What are some of the risks your person(s) are exposed to given their current estate planning goals?

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