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The Magic Of Disappearing Wealth Revisited: Using Family Limited Partnerships To Reduce Estate And Gift Tax, Ronald H. Jensen
The Magic Of Disappearing Wealth Revisited: Using Family Limited Partnerships To Reduce Estate And Gift Tax, Ronald H. Jensen
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
Part I of this article will describe the techniques for using FLPs to reduce gift and estate taxes. Part II will discuss the economic validity of the discounts that are allowed under current law. Part III will examine the current status of the law regarding FLPs. Finally, Part IV will discuss the need for reform and will analyze and evaluate the various proposals for reform put forth to date. Part IV will conclude with a new recommendation for curtailing the abusive use of FLPs.