Structured Settlements 4Real®Blog 2026

Structured settlements expert John Darer reviews the latest structured settlements and settlement planning information and news, and provides expert opinion and highly regarded commentary. that is spicy, Informative, irreverent and effective for over 20 years.

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The STRUCTURED SETTLEMENTS 4REAL® Blog is a highly regarded source for structured settlement news, information, and commentary, led by structured settlement and settlement planning subect mater expert John Darer CLU ChFC MSSC CeFT RSP CLTC. With two decades of operation, the blog and 4structures.com are recognized as comprehensive resources, offering detailed guides and specialized insights. Established in 2005, the blog caters to a broad audience, including legal professionals, injured individuals, families, and various stakeholders, providing reviews and opinions on settlement planning. John Darer, President of 4structures.com LLC, is a seasoned structured settlement expert with over 40 years of financial services experience and 31 years specializing in structured settlements. Based in Stamford, CT, he is a Certified Financial Transitionist and Registered Settlement Planner, holding insurance licenses in 45 states and the District of Columbia. John Darer is dedicated to transparency and advocacy, he emphasizes the importance of engaging trained and licensed professionals for settlement planning, offering valuable insights through his investigative journalism and professional commentary.

Category: Sandusky Structured Settlements

  • Ohio Law Enhances Protection for Minors’ Settlement Records

    Amended Section 2111.18 of Ohio Revised Statute, shields information about an Ohio minor’s settlement from 3rd parties, such as structured settlement factoring companies, trawling court dockets looking to exploit a minor once they reach the age of majority,.for pennies on the dollar.

  • Are Structured Settlement Receivables a Qualified Funding Asset?

    Are Structured Settlement Receivables a Qualified Funding Asset?

    The article, by John Darer, discusses the complexities and potential legal issues surrounding factored structured settlement receivables as qualified funding assets. It raises concerns about misrepresentations of structured settlement payment rights, questioning the legitimacy of these agreements and their tax implications under Internal Revenue Code. The author urges readers to seek clarification and professional advice.

  • Is Structured Settlement COLA Taxable?

    Is Structured Settlement COLA Taxable?

    A Structured Settlement COLA, or Cost Of Living Adjustment, is a fixed annual increase in future payments, elected before settlement finalization. While typically non-taxable, certain scenarios—like variable income streams or taxable damages—may incur tax liabilities. Recent developments include new index-linked structured settlement options by various insurers.

  • Structured Settlement Documentation | Care in Documentation of “Consideration”

    Structured Settlement Documentation | Care in Documentation of “Consideration”

    Proper documentation of consideration is vital for structured settlement payments, particularly the “promise to pay” for periodic payments. Inadequate wording may render the settlement defective, leaving plaintiffs unprotected. It’s essential to ensure obligations are clearly stated to avoid future complications in qualified assignments, as outlined in IRC 130(c).

  • Judge in Chester Denies “Sylvester” the Requester From Becoming an Investor In Structured Settlement Payments

    Judge in Chester Denies “Sylvester” the Requester From Becoming an Investor In Structured Settlement Payments

    It was the 3rd petition filed by structured settlement cash now pushers trying to gain access to the 2017 Penn State/ Sandusky settlement funds. The petition was riddled with sketchy assertions about financial well-being that were contradicted by statements the man made in court.