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What are the benefits of making a gift through your will or trust?
- You leave a lasting legacy to Rice
- You keep your assets during your lifetime in case you need them
- You may receive estate tax savings
How can I learn more?
How do I make a gift through my will or trust?
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 Rice University as part of your estate plan.
What are my options?
A gift can be made in several ways:
- You can gift a specific dollar amount or asset
- You can gift a percentage of your estate
- You can gift from the balance or residue of your estate
- You can make a beneficiary designation of certain assets
How do I get started?
