How to Avoid Tax Mistakes When Passing Down Wealth. Get a Free Consultation: https://mycpacoach.com/contact/ In this video, I break down how to transfer wealth to your children without triggering unnecessary estate taxes, gift taxes, or massive capital gains taxes. I explain why estate taxes are largely a myth for the majority of people, how gift tax rules actually work, and how you can use your lifetime exemption strategically to transfer money while you’re alive. I walk through gifting appreciated assets, and how that can create a huge tax burden for your kids due to carryover basis. You’ll also learn how the step-up basis works, why it’s one of the most powerful tools for passing down wealth tax-efficiently, and how different assets, like real estate, stocks, businesses, and retirement accounts, are treated when inherited. As a licensed CPA who tax plans every day, I’ll show you how to protect your wealth, reduce taxes, and set your children up the right way. Go ahead and save this video, hit the like button below, and let’s jump right in. #taxplanning #estateplanning #wealthtransfer #cpatips #financialfreedom Navigating tax implications when passing wealth: (0:00) Estate Tax Myth: (1:08) Gifts: (2:33) Capital Gains Tax: (4:35) Carryover Basis: (6:11) Step-Up Basis: (6:57) Real Estate and Brokerage Assets: (8:43) Retirement Accounts: (9:07) Roth Accounts: (9:34) /// Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for informational purposes only and is not meant to take the place of professional legal, accounting, or financial advice. If you have any legal questions about this video or the subjects discussed, or any other legal matter, you should consult with an attorney or tax professional in your jurisdiction (i.e. where you live).

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