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Two popular charitable giving vehicles are charitable remainder trusts (CRTs) and charitable lead trusts (CLTs). They are what's known as "split-interest" trusts. Why? Because of their dual beneficial interests: They can benefit a favorite qualified charity as well as non-charitable...
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