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Why a $100K Early Inheritance Can Backfire
Original: The Early Inheritance Trap: Why a $100K Gift Can Backfire (and How to Fix It)
Kiplinger warns that giving children an early inheritance of around $100,000 can create unexpected problems, from tax consequences and lost parental control over the money to risks if the recipient faces divorce, debt, or poor financial decisions. The article outlines common pitfalls of early gifting and offers strategies families can use to structure such transfers more safely.
Why now: Families planning wealth transfers are looking for guidance on the risks of giving money to children before death.
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