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Life Insurance Trust vs ILIT: Which Is Right for You?
A life insurance trust and an ILIT are not competing products. The real decision is whether the policy should be trust-owned and whether irrevocability is necessary to support the planning outcome. This article breaks down the ownership, control, estate, and funding issues that actually decide the answer.
John McDonough
Apr 98 min read


Planning for What You Love, Not Just What You Leave
Legacy planning works best when it starts with life, not death. This article recaps key webinar insights on how high-net-worth families align with giving values, choose the right charitable vehicles, build governance that reduces family friction, and use life insurance to replace wealth and preserve liquidity while amplifying long-term impact.
John McDonough
Feb 244 min read


Ten ILIT Mistakes That Can Cost Families Millions
Avoid costly errors with your ILIT: learn the ten most common mistakes that can jeopardize estate tax benefits, liquidity, and your family’s legacy.
John McDonough
Dec 18, 20254 min read


A Step-By-Step Guide to Setting Up an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust
An Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) is a powerful estate-planning tool that can keep life insurance proceeds out of your taxable estate while protecting assets for your heirs. This practical, step-by-step guide explains each stage.
John McDonough
Dec 9, 20255 min read


Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust: The 2026 Guide
Learn how an irrevocable life insurance trust protects wealth and how an estate planning trust reduces taxes. Start securing your financial legacy today.
John McDonough
Dec 4, 202513 min read
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