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    Step Up vs. Estate Exclusion

    Also, let me be clear I am not soliciting or advertising here. I don't go to forums for that purpose. It looks like this might not be the place for me, and so I don't think I'll be sticking around. Thanks, though.
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    Step Up vs. Estate Exclusion

    It's ok with me if any moderator wants to delete the thread. I thought I'd compare notes with other pros. If this isn't the place for that, no problem.
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    Estate authority over Trust

    Be sure and check with an NC attorney. For starters, you stated the trustee told the residual beneficiary there is nothing left. I am assuming the beneficiary is relying on this statement. If the statement is untrue, the beneficiary has a claim to the funds. It could be that if the...
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    Step Up vs. Estate Exclusion

    I'm new here and figured some pros would be posting. I'm definitely not seeking advice from any laypersons. Thanks for the heads-up.
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    Step Up vs. Estate Exclusion

    I am an attorney. It's a client with a lot of appreciated land, which might be sold by the kids at some point, but they aren't sure.
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    Step Up vs. Estate Exclusion

    What is the name of your state? Texas Since tax laws keep changing, it's hard to know when you might need a step-up in basis as opposed to a reduction in the size of your estate. I'm considering the following plan for a client in order to allow as much flexibility and creditor protection as...

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