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Many Americans relocate to another state when they retire. If you’re thinking about such a move, state and local taxes should factor into your decision.   Income, property and sales tax Choosing a state that has no personal income tax may appear to be the best option. But that might not be the case once you consider property taxes and sales taxes. For example, suppose you’ve narrowed your decision down...

Many estate planning techniques are intended to minimize or even eliminate gift and estate taxes when transferring assets to family members. Sometimes, the most powerful techniques also have a significant drawback: mortality risk. For example, you may have to outlive the term of a trust to realize its tax benefits. A self-canceling installment note (SCIN) eliminates mortality risk, so it may be appropriate for anyone in poor health who isn’t...