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Trusts and Stepped-Up Basis

Trusts and Stepped-Up Basis

by Christmas Tree Tax Team | May 17, 2023 | Christmas Tree Tax Resources, Timber Tax Resources

Every Christmas tree grower and forest landowner should review their estate plan to determine the impact of a recent IRS ruling involving grantor irrevocable trusts and stepped-up basis. Many Christmas tree growers and forest landowners use trusts as part of their...

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