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Harnessing the Power of Step-Up in Basis in Retirement

Broadcast on:
26 Feb 2024

In this Episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss how to harness the power of step-up in basis when it comes to inheritance. A basis is the original investment into something and can be a big tax strategy as a step-up in inheritance.

Listen in to learn about the tax advantage inheritors get when capital gains on investments are erased when you pass away. You will also learn the importance of having a conversation with a financial professional to evaluate the risk associated with holding one investment for basis purposes.

In this episode, find out:

  • Basis – your original investment into something and why it’s important when talking about a step-up in inheritance.
  • Step-up in basis – the tax advantage inheritors get when capital gains on investments are erased.
  • Why the step-up in basis could be an excellent wealth transfer strategy for long-term investments.
  • The importance of having a conversation with your financial advisor to evaluate the risk associated with holding one investment.

Tweetable Quotes:

  • Comprehending the concept of step-up in basis holds significant importance in navigating inheritance matters, such as stocks or properties. It can emerge as a strategic consideration even prior to the actual inheritance event.- Murs Tariq

Resources:

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