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What is a charitable lead trust (CLT)?

Quick Answer

A charitable lead trust (CLT) is the reverse of a CRT: charity receives the income stream first for a term of years or a life, then the remaining assets pass to your heirs — often free of gift and estate tax.

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Warren Team
Updated November 2, 2025
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