Estate Planning Strategies in Uncertain Times with Nick Sasso (Ep. 57)

Are you ready to safeguard your wealth for generations to come? In volatile times, understanding advanced estate planning has never been more essential. In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern is joined by Nick Sasso, estate planning attorney at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, to dive into the complexities of estate tax exemptions and strategic planning using trusts.  With current laws set to change, don't leave your assets exposed. Nick shares insights on the risks of relying solely on today's high estate tax exemptions and how sophisticated trusts can provide flexibility and control over your assets. Jim and Nick discuss: The history and future of estate tax exemptions Dangers of complacency in estate planning The role and benefits of irrevocable trusts like SLATs and ILITs Innovative trust solutions such as the Beneficiary Defective Inheritors Trust (BDIT) And more! Connect with McGovern Wealth Group: [e-mail] [e-mail]  Schedule A Meeting  McGovern Wealth Group LinkedIn: Jim McGovern Facebook: Jim McGovern Connect with Nick Sasso: LinkedIn: Nick Sasso Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP [e-mail]  724 454 5380 About our guest: Nick Sasso serves as counsel in the firm’s Estate Planning and Wealth Preservation practice group.  He brings a depth of experience with a focus in the areas of estate planning, tax planning, high-net-worth planning, business succession planning, charitable giving, special needs planning, and trust and estate administration.  Most of Nick’s practice is centered around efficient tax planning strategies for individuals, families and family owned businesses. Specifically, Nick has successfully navigated complex qualified fund planning allocations for clients after the limitation of lifetime stretch IRAs post the 2020 Secure Act through the utilization of charitable planning. He has also successfully assisted numerous family businesses through strategic tax generational lifetime transfers. Nick advises clients in regard to inter vivos and testamentary planning techniques with a special focus on generation skipping transfer tax planning, timed defective trust funding, complex and rolling grantor retained annuity trust plans, and beneficiary deemed owner trust toggle provisions based on a balance of estate, gift and income tax scenarios. Nick also safeguards the privacy of athletes, business owners, media personalities, and other high profile clients by employing blind trust ownership strategies. Known for his dedication to pro bono work, Nick received the Ohio Northern Pro Bono Service Recognition Award in 2011. He also received the Volunteer Attorney of the Year for the 18th Judicial District of Arkansas in 2013 and the Legal Aid of Arkansas Pro Bono Service Award in 2017.