Trusts can play an important role in reducing estate taxes, but the tax benefits depend on how the trust is structured. For 2026, the federal estate tax exemption is $15 million per person, with some states imposing estate taxes at much lower thresholds. Certain irrevocable trusts can move assets or future appreciation outside of a […] The post Using Trusts to Reduce Estate Taxes: Strategies and Examples appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset .