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“Let’s give it away today.”

Aside from the emotional lift of generosity, gifting during your lifetime can remove money and its potential appreciation from your estate (and, later on, the potential tax burden for your heirs). Under current tax law, you can give up to $11,000 annually (or, $22,000 if you are married) without gift tax. For instance, you may wish to give cash, securities or other assets to your family members, or save for your grandchildren’s educations.



If you are more charitably inclined, you can gift up to the same amounts each year to donor-advised funds, or to a private foundation you set up. When you give to charity, you have the added advantage of being able to take an income tax deduction. Gifting is a noble endeavor, and a great way to manage future taxes. Before embarking on this strategy, though, just be sure your gifting will not be hurting your future financial security.
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