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The Ties that Bind: Grandparents and Grandchildren

September 21, 2021 by Ronald "Chip" Morrison

The memories made with grandchildren are some of the best. Still, it’s understandable to want to leave them with a bit more than great stories to someday pass down to their own grandchildren. Fortunately, there are many ways to accomplish this. The key is to ensure there’s no ambiguity in your will and other estate planning documents. Even better, there are ways to gift assets today so you can witness the many benefits your gifts bring, whether it’s ensuring they get a great start in their adult lives or easing financial concerns as they plan for college.

You can gift every grandchild annually and if you’re married, you and your spouse can double the gift with no tax repercussions, regardless of how many grandchildren you have. Not only do you not have to worry about the taxes, but your grandchildren won’t have to count the gifts as taxable income. However, if you are contemplating applying for Medicaid, gifting could be problematic. So be sure to speak with an estate planning attorney.

If you’re concerned about gifting cash, instead you can opt to cover medical expenses and/or educational costs. This is achieved easily by making payments directly to the healthcare provider or school, for example, because there are no limits on these types of payments, you still have the option of gifting cash too, provided it doesn’t exceed the annual limit.

You might also consider establishing a trust for the benefit of your grandchild. With this option, you can transfer money into the trust at any time. Other options include contributing to a 529 Account, which earmarks funds for educational purposes.

Nothing’s more important than time spent with family, but for many grandparents, they also want to be sure their grandchildren have a great start with the financial advantages they may not have had. Otherwise, with the many options available today, it’s never been easier to help them put that foundation in place. Be sure to consult with a qualified estate planning attorney so that you know your efforts achieve the good you intended.

Morrison Law Group, PLC has devoted its practice to estate planning and elder law matters for more than 16 years and has been a Member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys since 2017. The firm has helped thousands of clients meet their estate planning goals and pass on lasting legacies to their loved ones. To learn more about how you can achieve your estate planning goals, please call (504) 831-2348 or contact us through our website.

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Ronald "Chip" Morrison
Ronald “Chip” Morrison, Jr. is a Board Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist as certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. He is admitted to practice before all State courts in Louisiana. He is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern and Middle District of Louisiana.
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About Ronald "Chip" Morrison

Ronald “Chip” Morrison, Jr. is a Board Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist as certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. He is admitted to practice before all State courts in Louisiana. He is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern and Middle District of Louisiana.

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