Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)
Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) a specialized irrevocable trust that allows founders to defer capital gains taxes, generate income, and support charitable causes.
By contributing appreciated assets to a CRT, business owners can create a strategic tax planning tool that provides financial flexibility and philanthropic impact.
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How Charitable Remainder Trust Works
A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) is an advanced tax strategy that enables founders to sell appreciated company stock while minimizing immediate tax liabilities. When assets are contributed to the trust, they can be sold without triggering capital gains taxes, allowing the full pre-tax value to be reinvested.
The trust provides a flexible income stream to the founder for a specified period, typically 15-20 years, while ultimately directing the remaining assets to a chosen charitable organization. This approach creates a unique blend of personal financial planning and philanthropic giving.
CRTs come in two primary structures: Charitable Remainder Annuity Trusts (CRATs) with fixed annual payments and Charitable Remainder Unitrusts (CRUTs) with variable payments based on the trust's current value.
Key Points
- •Defer capital gains taxes on appreciated assets
- •Generate a tax-advantaged income stream
- •Receive an immediate charitable tax deduction
- •Support charitable causes long-term
- •Provide financial flexibility during business transitions
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