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    Estate Planning Before 2020 Election: Maybe Only One Spouse Should Make Gifts

    Originally posted October 4, 2019 on Forbes.com

    One of the most common estate planning tools is right now are non-reciprocal spousal lifetime
    access trusts (“SLATs”). We’ll explain that common planning technique and then why the way
    many folks implement it might not be the best approach (i.e., maybe only one spouse should set
    up a trust, not both). But first some background on why you might consider this technique and
    the broader planning picture that is involved. The key take home lesson is just because everyone
    else is using a particular technique, doesn’t mean its right for you. Planning must be tailored to
    your unique circumstances to work best. Why are so many people considering SLATs as part of
    their plan? Elizabeth and Bernie!

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