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Why aren't we putting more emphasis on estate planning?
In this episode, Nate Sosa and Thomas Castelli break down the essential estate planning strategies every real estate investor should understand. They cover why a simple will often isn't enough, how living trusts help avoid probate, the importance of powers of attorney and healthcare directives, and how estate planning intersects with tax planning.
They also discuss estate tax exemptions, the step-up in basis, gifting strategies, and when more advanced trusts may become necessary as your portfolio grows.
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In this episode, Nate Sosa and Thomas Castelli break down the essential estate planning strategies every real estate investor should understand. They cover why a simple will often isn't enough, how living trusts help avoid probate, the importance of powers of attorney and healthcare directives, and how estate planning intersects with tax planning.
They also discuss estate tax exemptions, the step-up in basis, gifting strategies, and when more advanced trusts may become necessary as your portfolio grows.
Request a free discovery meeting: go.therealestatecpa.com/mlre
Register for FREE access to the 2026 Hall CPA Tax Strategy Summit: www.taxandlegalsummit.com/2026signup
Join the Hall CPA Team: www.therealestatecpa.com/careers/
Get the Ultimate Guide for Real Estate Syndications: go.therealestatecpa.com/mlreultimateguide
Submit your questions to: go.therealestatecpa.com/question
The Major League Real Estate podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, investing, financial, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests. Any mention of third-party vendors, products, or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. You should conduct your own due diligence before engaging with any vendor.
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