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What is an ILIT (irrevocable life insurance trust)?

Quick Answer

An irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) owns your life insurance policy so the death benefit passes to heirs free of federal estate tax — potentially saving up to 40% on multi-million-dollar policies.

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Warren Team
Updated March 20, 2026
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