“Basis” – What Is It And Why Does It Matter?

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In this short video, Abbey Flaum explains the term “basis” when referring to an asset. It is important to understand this term and how it will affect your assets and assets that will get passed through your will.

Learn more here: https://youtu.be/SVBKWvSzO0s?si=uGeVQ44UcNVK4YGT

Abbey Flaum

Abbey Flaum, J.D., LL.M.

Wealth Strategist

Abbey joined HB Wealth after 16 years of law practice devoted to estate, gift and charitable planning, probate, trust and estate administration, pre/post-marital planning and business succession planning. As a Shareholder in the HB Wealth’s Family Office division, Abbey serves as our Wealth Strategist, applying the company’s holistic approach to each client’s planning, and she provides clients with ongoing, personalized guidance on tax-efficient wealth, business and estate planning strategies.

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