Prioritizing Estate Strategies

Sharing your wealth gives you unique opportunities to support the people, organizations, and causes that mean the most to you. Although most charitable gifts come from the heart, doing so while repositioning investments for future opportunities and reducing tax liabilities can be a win-win situation. 

Tax Considerations for Gifting During Your Lifetime
By: Brian Vomund, CPA, Wealth Management Consultant
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Protecting Art and Collectibles in Your Estate Plan
By: Brian Humes, CPA, Managing Director, Commerce Family Office at Commerce Trust
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How Much Should You Leave to Your Heirs?
By: Kelley Manchester, CFP®, Private Client Advisor
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Charitable Giving Strategies
By: Mark C. Benskin, JD, MST and Meghan Meyer, CTFC, Private Client Advisor
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