Gifts and Gift Giving
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Avoiding Gift Return Problems with the IRS
The IRS recently said it was beginning a program to identify people who do not file required gift tax returns. It believes the program will identify a large amount of unpaid taxes. Gift tax returns must be filed when a gift exceeds the annual gift tax exclusion, currently at $13,000 per recipient per year. Gifts […]
Giving Gifts and a Lecture
Grandparents are filling only half their roles these days. They are providing financial help to their grand-children. In fact, they increased their financial aid as the economy worsened. Unfortunately, they are offering gifts and providing financial aid without much advice. About 63% of grandparents say they provided some form of financial assistance to their grandchildren […]
7 Safe Ways to Give Wealth
Gift giving is the surest way to reduce estate taxes, help loved ones of all ages, and establish a legacy. Yet, many people are hesitant to make significant gifts to loved ones, because of the potential pitfalls. Those pitfalls, however, can be avoided with some shrewd and creative strategies to give wealth. Potential givers see […]
How Market Fluctuations Create Estate Planning Gifting Opportunities
Few people realize changes in the markets and economy affect estate plans. The changes create opportunities. Strategies that were not viable or were borderline in the past will preserve more wealth today. When the markets or interest rates change significantly, it is a good idea to meet with an estate planner and take a fresh […]
6 Estate Planning Strategies to Leverage Your Gifts to Charity
At year end, many people focus on estate planning and charitable giving. But don’t simply write a check or leave a sum of money to charity in your will. There are better ways to give that can increase your tax deductions or even your income, and they also can give you more control over how […]
