Monthly Archives: March 2026
A Step by Step Guide to Transferring Your Brooklyn Property Through a Trust
For many homeowners in New York, real estate is one of their most valuable assets. Planning how that property will be managed and eventually transferred to loved ones is an important part of estate planning. One option that many property owners consider is placing their property into a trust. At Yeung & Associates, PLLC,… Read More »
What to Know About Zoning Laws Before Renovating Your Property
Renovating a property can be an exciting step for homeowners and property investors. Whether you are planning to add more living space, convert a building for a new use, or update an older structure, it is important to understand the local rules that may affect your plans. In New York City, zoning laws play… Read More »
Do I Need to Plan for New York Estate Taxes?
One of the more commonly misunderstood aspects of New York estate planning law is the estate tax, or as it is sometimes called in the media the “death tax.” The reality is that most Brooklyn residents will never need to worry about the possibility of their estate owing such taxes. But it is still… Read More »
What Happens When Your New York Will Conflicts with Your Trust?
Deciding who will inherit your home is often one of the most important decisions you will make as part of your estate planning. Some New Yorkers decide to dispose of their home through language in their will, while others may transfer their house into a revocable trust that includes instructions for what to do… Read More »
What Happens to Brooklyn Real Estate After the Owner Dies?
A common estate planning question we get is, “What happens to my house when I die?” Indeed, for many Brooklyn residents their home or other real estate is their most valuable asset. So it is important to take appropriate steps now to ensure that that real estate is passed on according to your wishes… Read More »
How New York’s “Slayer Rule” Could Affect Your Estate Plan
In most cases, New York courts will enforce the distribution of a person’s property as specified in their will or similar estate planning documents. One exception is what is known as the “Slayer rule.” This rule dates back to an 1899 decision from the New York Court of Appeals holding that a “wrongdoer” cannot… Read More »