A trust can be written in such a way that a surviving spouse can disclaim any assets and the next “person” in line to receive them would be the trust.

This approach allows for any large assets to be disclaimed into the trust to bring the estate down below the estate tax exemption limits.

These trusts do have their own risks and drawbacks.

An estate planning attorney can advise you in creating an estate plan that meets your unique circumstances.

Philip J. Kavesh
Nationally recognized attorney helping clients with customized estate planning guidance for over 40 years.
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