What Is a "CRT"? This special report will acquaint you with the near magical possibilities of a tax-saving, income- producing legal device known as a "charitable remainder trust" or "CRT." Although "CRT" is the currently popular term, these trusts are also known as "life income" and "wealth accumulation" trusts. Both descriptions are accurate - and therein lies the money magic. A CRT is just the thing for a person seeking to avoid capital gains taxes on appreciated property, or in pursuit of increased retirement income or estate tax relief. But this trust is also the perfect vehicle to achieve your personal philanthropic goals, while also helping yourself and your family. In fact, while tax savings and income enhancement are central attractions of the CRT, the chief motivation should be the donor's charitable intentions. After all, when the final distribution of the trust assets is made - and they can be of considerable value - the charity of your choice will be the major beneficiary. And in the meantime, there is no reason why the objects of your generosity cannot reward their benefactor with a seat on your church board of trustees, or your alma mater's establishment of a scholarship bearing your name.