Benefits of Trusts
Federal Tax Change Announced
Greg Bowman, CEO
Proposed federal tax changes — it’s not too late to reassess your estate planning.
Read MoreUsing a Charitable Trust to Meet Your Family Needs
Sandy Calbreath, Trust Officer
Charitable trusts are a great way to provide for your family and also leave something for the community. The story of Maurice shows how this benefits everyone.
Read MoreStaying in Charge – The Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust
Sandy Calbreath, Trust Officer
Losing control over your life or finances can make anyone feel anxious. Revocable living trusts are a great way plan for the future, and still remain in control of your finances for as long as you are able. This story of Lowell and Geraldine highlights these benefits.
Read MoreStretching Your IRA Using a Charitable Trust
Sandy Calbreath, Trust Officer
IRA’s often form a significant part of most estate plans. Using a Charitable Remainder Trust can be used to reduce taxes, ensure professionally managed assets during the lifetime of the beneficiary, and ultimately benefit a deserving charity.
Read MoreTrusts for the Benefit of Your Children
Stephen Trefts, President
Trusts for children come in many different forms and can be crafted to meet the needs of each individual child. Following are examples of the possibilities available to provide for children through proper trust planning.
Read MoreBuilding an Endowment through Planned Giving
Stephen Trefts, President
Planned giving programs are an extremely effective way to help the charitable organizations you are passionate about. Over the years, it has brought me great satisfaction to witness firsthand the generosity of our clients support their charitable causes well beyond their lifetime.
Read MoreThe Bering Sea, the cure for Alzheimers and Directed Trusts
Greg Bowman, CEO
This article highlights how the increased use of “directed trusts” in the Northwest has provided increased control and flexibility for families while still accomplishing their tax and estate planning goals.
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