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In this episode of Graceful Investor, Tasia breaks down exactly how to create an irrevocable trust for your children using the annual gift tax exclusion — and how $217,000 in contributions can grow to $1.9 million by the time your child turns 40.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

✓ How the annual gift tax exclusion works in 2026 ($19,000 per recipient) and how to use it strategically

✓ Why an irrevocable trust gives your children more flexibility than a 529 plan for major life milestones

✓ The real math — two compounding scenarios that show why starting early matters

✓ How to choose the right trustee and why a prenuptial clause protects your gift’s original intention

✓ Tax implications you need to discuss with your estate attorney before you set anything up

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

If you are a woman thinking about generational wealth, estate planning, or how to financially set up the next generation, this episode is for you. Tasia walks through her personal approach to what she calls a "kiddo trust" — an irrevocable trust funded through the IRS annual gift tax exclusion — and shares the exact steps to get started.

You will learn how the $19,000 annual gift exclusion works in 2026, why an irrevocable trust offers more flexibility than a 529 for things like a home down payment, starting a business, or paying for a wedding, and how to handle the tax side so there are no surprises. Tasia also explains the difference between having the grantor pay annual trust taxes versus turning off grantor status and letting the trust pay its own taxes directly — a critical decision that affects your personal finances for decades.

She covers choosing the right trustee — whether that is a professional trust company or someone close to you who understands your values — and shares a smart addition most people overlook: requiring a prenuptial agreement before any distributions are made. The episode closes with two powerful compounding scenarios that show exactly how much more your children could receive by starting when they are young versus waiting. If estate planning and trust accounts for children feel overwhelming, this episode makes it approachable.

DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments carry risk.

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