Important things to know about Wealth Transfer
Wealth transfer is the process by which ownership or rights to an asset are passed from one person or another. Inheritance may seem like one of the most common reasons a wealth transfer would take place but making a large donation, transferring ownership of a property, funding an individual’s business, or setting up a trust can also be reasons for a wealth transfer. Another common use of wealth transfer can be to cover a loved one’s education expenses. This is commonly done via a cash gift, utilizing a 529 plan, or direct payments to the institution.
Using the free *Native American Financial Services Association (NAFSA) Financial Literacy Program, you can explore online playlists with many modules that relate to overall financial competency, whether this is understanding checking accounts or paying for college, our curated playlists will provide you with important information.
Wealth Transfer:
Wealth transfer often has taxation and legal complications, and even in what may seem like a simple transfer, things can become convoluted. Tax accountants, financial advisors or planners, and estate attorneys are some of the types of professionals you may seek out for assistance.
Our Wealth Transfer module, located in the Preparing for Retirement playlist discusses the types of wealth transfer, the way wills and trusts handle transfers, tax implications of wealth transfer and so much more. Understanding wealth transfer can be important whether you are a future giver or beneficiary. Working through this module will cover some of the fundamentals to help you prepare yourself or your loved ones.
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