Inheritance Tax Planning
In some states, you may need to pay an inheritance tax when you receive assets from a deceased loved one. The amount you owe depends on several factors, including the value of the inheritance and your relationship to the person who passed.
Handling inheritance tax can be confusing and emotionally overwhelming—especially during a difficult time. Fortunately, with our inheritance tax planning services in Malibu, CA, you don’t have to go through it alone. Our team will walk you through each step, helping you make informed decisions with confidence and peace of mind.
Expert Tax Minimization Strategies From Malibu, CA
Many people assume they’ll be in a lower tax bracket during retirement. However, the truth is that you may end up in a higher one. At the same time, retirees often believe they’ll need less income. In reality, many need just as much—or more—due to rising costs and reduced deductions.
You’ll likely lose key tax breaks in retirement. If your mortgage is paid off, you lose that deduction. Your kids are grown, so exemptions tied to dependents are gone. And if you’re no longer contributing to a retirement account, that deduction disappears as well.
Adding to the challenge, the IRS requires you to start withdrawing from your 401(k) at age 72. These required minimum distributions (RMDs) are taxed as ordinary income, whether you need the money or not.
Without a proactive plan, you could find yourself paying more tax on less income in retirement. That’s why tax planning is so important—and why we’re here to help.
Our tax minimization specialists will help you identify potential tax liabilities and create a strategy that protects your wealth. With our guidance, you’ll keep more of what you’ve earned and enjoy greater financial security throughout retirement.