Retained Life Estate Gifts

Gift Overview

How it works
  1. You transfer your residence, farm, or vacation home to The Nature Conservancy subject to a life estate.
  2. 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.
  3. The property passes to The Nature Conservancy 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 have the satisfaction of making a significant gift now that benefits The Nature Conservancy later.
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