Oregonians can use this specialized trust for a taxpayer spouse who is not a US citizen Love might not know boundaries or citizenship, but taxes do. Surviving spouses can be eligible for estate tax exemptions. However, a spouse who is not a US citizen is ineligible and may face much higher estate taxes. When providing for a spouse who is not a US citizen, your Oregon estate planning may require more speciality legal instruments to achieve favorable tax treatment. Under many legal circumstances, a surviving spouse can often take full advantage of a tax deduction on estate taxes. However, when … Continue reading Your Oregon estate can provide for a non-US spouse: About the Qualified Domestic Trust (QDOT)