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Retained Life Estates
(Living in a Charitable Deduction)
How it works
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You transfer your residence, farm, or vacation home to Macalester College subject to a life estate.
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You continue to live in the property for life or a specified term of years, while continuing to be responsible for all taxes and upkeep.
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The property passes to Macalester when your life estate ends.
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Benefits
- You receive gift credit and an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of the appraised value of your property.
- You can terminate your life estate at any time and take an additional income tax deduction.
- You can have the satisfaction of making a significant gift now that benefits Macalester later.
For more information
Email us, complete the personal illustration form, or call us at (800) 645-3919 so that we can assist you through every step of the process.
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