Republicans claim that Oregon has the most extensive estate tax in the country and is the most terrifying place to die, yet the article about estate taxes in Oregon neglected to note that the state does not impose a gift tax. On February 10th, they aim to change that.
Give your money away while you’re still living if you truly want to avoid Oregon’s low estate tax level. Additionally, make use of your large federal exception.
Portland’s Tom Brown
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