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[–] Got_Bent@lemmy.world 27 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Everything that's happening in this shit stain of a timeline leads me to stronger and stronger opinions that I'm going to facilitate my own exit on my own terms so there will be assets left for my daughter to play with after I'm gone.

No retirement. No healthcare. No hope. Fuck it. I'll take my leave when time comes.

[–] stoly@lemmy.world 19 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Yep. The only way for your children to inherit is if you don't grow old. The expensive death care facilities will take every cent you have and leave them with nothing.

[–] Got_Bent@lemmy.world 17 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I've actually had this talk with her. (Clarification: she's an adult). After arguing my position on the matter, she had no issue with any of it.

Also clarification: my comments about self managed exit aren't related to some depression I wanna go today type thing. It's an entirely pragmatic plan of attack for future use.

[–] stoly@lemmy.world 7 points 2 years ago

I didn't think you were depressed. I also happen to believe that people have a right to self delete, so I was not judging you.

[–] Rodeo@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

DO NOT LEAVE IT TO INHERITANCE

Inheritances are taxed, often heavily, and can be disputed. Give it all as gifts immediately before your death instead.

Gifts generally have much less tax associated, less paperwork and thus less legal fees. You'll probably have to give relatively small amounts each year to avoid the taxes. Plus, you can stick around for a while and watch your daughter enjoy it.

[–] Got_Bent@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I'm a tax accountant. I got this.

[–] Rodeo@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

Ah, you know better than I do, then. Carry on.