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Swap powers within intentionally defective grantor trusts (IDGTs) are critical estate planning tools that may help you improve tax efficiency today while allowing you to preserve wealth for future generations. An IDGT is an irrevocable trust that you, the grantor, can create during life to pass assets and wealth to your named beneficiaries outside your […]

Probate refers to the legal process of settling an individual’s estate after their passing and distributing their property and assets to heirs and other named beneficiaries. Generally, the court will follow the directions contained in a decedent’s will when deciding how to distribute assets to beneficiaries and name guardians for minor children. However, when a […]