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Estate Planning & Philanthropy

Estate Planning and Philanthropy

You've worked hard to achieve the life you desire. Now you want to make a difference in the lives of your heirs, as well as find ways to support the causes you believe in. How can you pass on your wealth with the smallest tax liability and greatest benefit to loved ones?

A Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor can recommend tax-efficient ways to help hand more down to the next generation and create a philanthropic legacy. Ask your Financial Advisor whether a private family foundation or a donor-advised fund is the best charitable vehicle for you. You may also want to talk about Merrill Lynch's Trust Administrative Advantage (TAA) program to help simplify administrative chores for your personal trusts, as well as other estate-planning services offered by Merrill Lynch Trust Company.

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Behind a Visionary

During his five-decade career as an entrepreneur, Alfred Mann's inventions and philanthropy have improved the lives of millions. To support his vision, his Financial Advisor makes full use of Merrill Lynch's wide array of resources.


	After decades in the workplace, Jacqueline Castillo wanted to help disadvantaged children. With a little help from her Financial Advisor, she created Legacy Ladies.

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