Question

Is a QPRT worth it for a vacation home?

Answer

A QPRT can be worthwhile if you expect the property to appreciate significantly and you’re confident you’ll outlive the trust term. The strategy freezes the property’s value for transfer-tax purposes at the time you fund the trust, and any future appreciation passes to your beneficiaries without transfer taxes. If you don’t survive the term, the full value returns to your estate. The decision depends on your age, the property’s value, and your overall estate plan.

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