How do BH divide taxable assets between spouses (both in good health) in a non-community property state? Is it 50/50 or something else. The reason for asking is that on average, men die before women. Under this scenario, it would be advantageous for the man to own a larger percentage of assets in the taxable account to take advantage of the step up in bases. This topic is only focused on division in assets between spouses and not about asset allocation or taxable vs non-taxable. Of course both individuals would have to agree or else endure martial strife.
Since the future is unknown, it seems 50/50 is the best option.
How are asset divided in a taxable account for a married couple?
How are asset divided in a taxable account for a married couple?
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Re: How are asset divided in a taxable account for a married couple?
When I lived in a non-community property state, everything except my IRAs was jointly owned.
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Re: How are asset divided in a taxable account for a married couple?
I don't think there is a stepup basis for spouses.
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