July 27, 2021—The SECURE Act, which went into effect in 2020, severely curtailed the “stretch IRA” as an estate planning strategy. Previously, a beneficiary could extend IRA distributions over his or her lifetime. Now, an heir must withdraw all assets within 10 years of inheriting the account, which can present major tax consequences.
This article reprint was recently published in Steve Leimberg’s Estate Planning Newsletter. Sharon Klein shares her insights on a case that has garnered intense media attention involving the disinheritance of Elizabeth Hurley’s son: “Disinheritance around a massive fortune, bitter court battles, out-of-wedlock children, iconic models, suicide…a soap opera plot? Hardly.
The Sunshine State offers a host of financial and tax benefits if you’re considering living in Florida. Florida residents likely enjoy significantly reduced tax obligations compared to many other states.Florida does not impose a personal income tax, an inheritance tax, a gift tax, or an intangible personal property tax.The more ties you have to Florida, the more likely your Florida domicile will be respected.
