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What are the ramifications of having the children as a beneficiary versus the grandchildren for those things that pass by beneficiary designation - life insurance qualified plans and IRAs?


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Expert Mark Anderson's Answer:

You may trigger GST or the Generation Skipping Transfer Tax.   I would check with an estate planning attorney to review your estate plan to avoid any unantipated tax consequences. 

Mark Anderson, JD

Montana

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