Spousal lifetime access trusts (“SLATs”) are a powerful vehicle for lifetime gifting, and with the possibility of a significant decrease in the estate and gift tax exemption amounts in 2021, now is the time to consider incorporating this type of trust into your own estate plan. Webcast offers a primer on SLATs by addressing each of the following topics:
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The benefits of SLATs
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Considerations for trust design
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The Reciprocal Trust Doctrine and how to avoid its reach
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The importance of the gift transaction’s timing