
Estate Planning for Real Estate Investors Using REITs and Partnerships
Estate planning for real estate investors requires coordinating REITs, partnerships, valuations, transfer restrictions, and liquidity to protect heirs and reduce tax risk.
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Estate planning for real estate investors requires coordinating REITs, partnerships, valuations, transfer restrictions, and liquidity to protect heirs and reduce tax risk.

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