Selling real estate after someone dies involves unique probate, title, and tax considerations. Learn what Personal Representatives need to know about authority to sell, PR Deeds, estate EINs, Form 1099-S reporting, and the stepped-up tax basis for inherited property.
Put simply, licensees must now enter into a signed agreement with a consumer before providing Real Estate Brokerage Services, including writing offers and negotiating transaction
Colorado’s new AI law takes effect January 1, 2027, but many companies remain unsure whether it applies to them. In this webcast, we review the
Understand your rights and responsibilities when responding to a tenant’s request for an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) in a rental property. Learn the key legal
What happens when a real estate broker uses artificial intelligence to evaluate competing offers? This webcast introduces Colorado’s new AI law using a listing broker’s
A recent Colorado Court of Appeals decision confirms that living together, sharing expenses, or even signing an affidavit may not be enough to establish a common law marriage. Learn how Colorado courts evaluate common law marriage claims after Lundin and Hogsett, and the factors that can determine whether a legal marriage exists.
If you established an irrevocable trust years ago to reduce estate taxes, recent changes to the federal estate tax exemption may warrant a fresh review of your estate plan. With the exemption increasing to $15 million per individual in 2026, many families may find that income tax planning—particularly strategies involving step-up in basis and highly appreciated assets—has become more important than estate tax minimization. This article explores how the new tax landscape affects irrevocable trusts and outlines planning considerations for trustees, beneficiaries, and grantors seeking to maximize tax efficiency while preserving broader estate planning objectives.
If you own rental property, manage a portfolio, or run a real estate brokerage in Colorado, Colorado’s new AI law should be on your radar.
A Health Savings Account (HSA) can provide significant tax advantages during life, but its treatment after the account owner’s death depends on who inherits it. This article explains the legal and tax implications for spouses, non-spouse beneficiaries, and estates, helping families and advisors navigate HSA inheritance rules and avoid unexpected tax liabilities.
Colorado’s AI law continues to evolve as lawmakers narrow the scope of compliance obligations tied to consequential AI-driven decisions. Businesses using AI tools should begin considering governance and risk management strategies ahead of the law’s June 30, 2026 effective date.
