About Bequests

If you are interested in supporting Cedar Community with a gift from your estate, a bequest may be the right tool for you. A bequest is a gift made through your will or trust. It is one of the most popular and flexible ways you can leave your legacy of compassion and caring.

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Learn About Wills and Bequests


WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THOUGHTFUL PLANNING FOR YOUR WILL OR BEQUEST?

  1. You may leave a lasting legacy to be remembered and appreciated by others
  2. You may lessen the burden of taxes on your family
  3. You may increase the size of your gifts to family, loved ones, and causes you care about
  4. You may receive estate tax savings

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How do I make a bequest?

A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift be made to family, friends or Cedar Community as part of your estate plan.


What are my options?

A bequest can be made in several ways:
  1. You can gift a percentage of your estate
  2. You can gift a specific dollar amount or asset
  3. You can gift from the balance or residue of your estate
  4. You can make a beneficiary designation of certain assets

How do I get started?


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