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Utilizing Swap Powers In Irrevocable Trusts To Add Flexibility And Income Tax Efficiency

Nerd's Eye View

Irrevocable trusts lie at the heart of a variety of estate planning strategies, as gifts to irrevocable trusts can allow for the transfer of assets outside of an owner’s estate for estate tax purposes with more structure than an outright gift. the assets' original owner).

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What is a Stepped Up Basis? Cost Basis of Inherited Stock and Other Assets

Darrow Wealth Management

A step-up in basis is a tax advantage for individuals who inherit stocks or other assets, like a home. Understanding step-up in basis at death If youve received an inheritance you may have questions about the tax treatment of certain assets. This increases the tax basis, which determines capital gains or losses when the asset is sold.

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Adviser links: the RMD mentality

Abnormal Returns

Podcasts Michael Kitces talks divorce planning with Michelle Klisanich who is a Wealth Advisor for Financially Wise Divorce. youtube.com) Ted Seides talks with Jeff Assaf who is the founder and CIO of ICG Advisors. kitces.com) Taxes Following the RMD rules for inherited IRAs may not be optimal. forbes.com)

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6 Ways to Manage Concentrated Stock Positions

Darrow Wealth Management

Charitable Contributions: Donating appreciated stock to charity while reducing capital gains tax. Work with a wealth advisor to discuss your financial goals and individual risk tolerances. But if you’re looking to reduce capital gains tax, this strategy won’t help. Finally, options are complex instruments.

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Estate Planning: 2024 Trends for Tax Professionals to Watch

Harness Wealth

In this guest post, Harness Tax Advisory Council member, Griffin Bridgers, J.D., covers some of the top estate planning trends that tax advisors should be tracking during the second half of 2024. However, awareness is key, both for clients and advisors. citizens and residents. The SECURE Act 2.0

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New Year, New Wealth: A Guide to Financial Resolutions for 2025

Zoe Financial

Plan Your Tax Strategy Work with a financial advisor to optimize your tax situation. This could include leveraging tax-advantaged accounts, maximizing deductions, or planning for capital gains. Update Your Estate Plan Help ensure your legacy is protected by maintaining an up-to-date estate plan.

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Your Essential Estate Plan Toolkit: Optional Estate Planning Documents

Pacifica Wealth

Optional estate planning documents are generally not legally binding documents. . Their purpose has little or nothing to do with the transfer of assets and do not effect estate tax. Optional estate documents focus on values, lessons, and legacy issues. 1) Organ donor. available now on Amazon.