Bill is an executive for ABC Pharmaceuticals. This company has realized significant tax savings due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, and the owner has been looking for ways to reward Bill for being a key player, while also incentivizing him to stay with the company.
How it Works
Why it Works:
The Result
The split-dollar plan was a win-win for ABC Pharmaceuticals — they were able to utilize excess cash flow to provide a valuable benefit to Bill in a way that provided an incentive for him to stay with the company for years to come.
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