Express Disinheritance Explained: Play it Safe
When it comes to estate planning in the state of Florida, the best way to handle disinheritance of estranged family members is to omit…
Michael J. Faehner
Michael J. Faehner is the founder of Faehner PLLC in Oldsmar, Florida. Michael focuses his practice on estate planning, corporate, and tax law, serving clients in Pinellas county and throughout the greater Tampa Bay.
Recent Articles by Michael J. Faehner
Basic estate planning documents everyone should have
A comprehensive package of life planning documents, consisting of a Health Care Surrogate, Living Will, and Durable Power of Attorney, is vital for ensuring…
Picking your business’ tax election
Determining how your business is taxed after initial setup can result in tax savings when you choose the correct structure and form of taxation.…
Business entity type overview
The state of Florida provides new businesses with four classification options: Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, or Limited Liability Company. THE SIMPLEST OPTION: Sole Proprietorships…
Got an IRS notice. Now what?
When receiving a notice from the IRS, the best way to handle it is to respond and establish contact with your assigned IRS agent…
Differences between employees and independent contractors
The classification you use for your new workers has a significant impact on both your business and your responsibilities to your workers and the…
Personal liability with employment taxes
The funds withheld from an employee’s paycheck and remitted to the IRS on a monthly or quarterly basis cannot be used for any other…
Probate & Trust Administration
How are trusts and estates taxed on income?
Taxation on trusts is dependent on numerous factors, including the size and value of the trust, and the way it is structured. THE BIG…
Importance of Florida-rizing your estate plan
Be certain to update your life and estate planning documents to conform with Florida law if you’re moving in from out of state. WHY…
Making your trust work by funding
Setting up a trust is important, but the effort put into setting it up will go to waste if it remains unfunded. The big…
