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What are self-cancelling installment notes?
When an individual makes the decision to do
estate planning, or
advanced estate planning, there are many different legal options and tools available to help them
protect both their assets and their estate. One of those tools is the
self-cancelling installment note (SCIN). A SCIN is an installment sale
wherein the buyer, usually a family member, purchases business interests,
stocks, real estate or other assets, in installments rather than paying in full.
The seller then receives an installment note, typically written for a shorter
term than the life expectancy of the seller. The purpose of the installment
sale is to partially delay capital gains until later taxation years. In
simple terms, a SCIN has all the attributes and benefits connected with
an installment sale, with an extra benefit that the note and any remaining
balance owed are cancelled upon the death of the seller.
The main objectives surrounding a SCIN are to avoid any gift tax on the
transfer and to exclude any unpaid balance on the note from the seller's
estate, after they die. This means the seller's taxes will be reduced
while at the same time more money will be available for their beneficiaries.
If you have questions about whether self-cancelling installment notes are
right for you or if you wish to set up a self-cancelling installment note,
contact a San Jose estate planning lawyer at WealthPLAN, PC today. Their team
will evaluate your specific situation and help you determine the best
option in order to protect and preserve your estate both now and in the future.
Estate Planning Lawyer Serving San Jose
WealthPLAN, PC understands how important it is to protect your estate so your beneficiaries
receive the assets you want them to receive. You also don't want your
loved ones to be burdened or severely impacted by heavy estate taxes or
creditors after you die. Smart estate planning is essential to protecting
and preserving the estate you have worked so hard to build.
With over 30 years experience in estate planning, advanced estate planning,
tax, trust administration and litigation, the firm is who you want preparing
your self-cancelling installment notes. Don't let your assets dwindle
away as a result of estate taxes and other taxes. Protect your assets
so your beneficiaries receive your estate as you intended them to do.
Contact a San Jose estate planning attorney
at WealthPLAN, PC today and schedule a confidential consultation. They will
review your estate planning needs and help you decide if self-cancelling
installment notes are right for you.