🌍💰 Learn when they’re a a huge help, and when they’re a terrible idea, and how they can help you avoid probate headaches, including ancillary probate for U.S. assets across multiple states.
🔑 **In this episode, we cover:**
- What is a foreign trust? Understand the IRS’s definition and the critical court and control tests.
- When foreign trusts shine: Perfect for non-U.S. persons with U.S. assets (e.g., real estate or stocks) to dodge estate taxes and probate, or for robust asset protection in jurisdictions like the Cook Islands.
- When they’re a disaster: Why U.S. citizens living in the U.S. get zero tax benefits and face IRS reporting nightmares (Forms 3520, 3520-A, and more!).
- Probate avoidance 101: How trusts (foreign or domestic) bypass probate and save time, money, and privacy.
- Alternatives to foreign trusts: Discover simpler options like revocable living trusts, QDOTs, or beneficiary designations, or potentially renouncing US citizenship
- Real-world examples: From a Canadian owning a Florida condo to a U.S. citizen’s costly mistake with a Cayman Islands trust.
đź’ˇ Who should watch?
- Non-U.S. persons with U.S. assets or U.S. beneficiaries.
- U.S. citizens curious about estate planning and probate avoidance.
- Anyone considering a foreign trust for asset protection or tax planning.
📢 **Key Takeaway:** Foreign trusts are powerful but niche. Get it wrong, and you’re stuck with high costs and IRS scrutiny. Get it right, and you could save millions in taxes and probate fees. Don’t miss our practical tips and expert insights!
👉 Have questions? Drop them in the comments or contact IRSMedic for personalized advice: www.irsmedic.com
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đź“š **Resources:**
- IRS Foreign Trust Reporting:
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By: IRSMedic
Title: Foreign Trusts in Estate Planning: Who Are They For? | Who Are They Not For?
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