Property Ownership
What is a 'charitable remainder trust' (CRT) and how is it used for Delaware real estate?
AA trust donating property to a charity upon the owner's death
BAn irrevocable trust where the grantor transfers appreciated property (like real estate) to the trust, receives an income stream for life, gets a charitable deduction, avoids immediate capital gains tax on sale, with the remainder going to charity — useful for Delaware real estate owners with highly appreciated property✓ Correct
CA charitable organization operating as a real estate investment trust
DA Delaware-specific trust arrangement available only to nonprofit organizations
Explanation
A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) allows Delaware real estate owners to transfer appreciated property to the trust, which sells it without immediate capital gains tax. The grantor receives an income stream (annuity or unitrust) for life or a term. The grantor receives a partial charitable income tax deduction. At termination, the remainder goes to a designated charity. CRTs are valuable estate planning tools for property owners with low-basis Delaware real estate.
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