Remainder Interests in Property

A Gift That Gives While You Continue to Live

A remainder interest in property gift allows you to donate your personal residence, farm, vacation home, or similar property to the Catholic Legacy Foundation of Acadiana while retaining the right to live in or use it for the rest of your life.

Remainder Interests in Property

A remainder interest in property gift allows you to donate your personal residence, farm, vacation home, or similar property to the Catholic Legacy Foundation of Acadiana while retaining the right to live in or use it for the rest of your life. Also known as a Life Estate Reserved, this unique arrangement lets you maintain full use and control of the property during your lifetime, while ensuring its eventual transfer supports Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries. By donating remainder interests in property, you can:


  • Continue to enjoy the property during your lifetime
  • Receive a charitable tax deduction based on the value of the remainder interest
  • Reduce estate taxes and other ownership costs
  • Create a Catholic legacy that provides critical resources for ministries
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How it Works

  • Life-Use Retention

    You or other occupants retain the right to live in or use the property for the duration of the stated life.

  • Agreement Details

    The Catholic Legacy Foundation of Acadiana (Tax I.D. #99-4679427) works with you to prepare an agreement outlining responsibilities for:

    • Maintenance
    • Real estate taxes
    • Property insurance and other expenses
    • Any property indebtedness
  • Transition of Ownership

    After the donor’s lifetime, the Foundation takes ownership of the property. It may be used to support the Foundation’s mission or sold to generate proceeds for charitable initiatives.

Start Your Legacy Today

Ready to give a remainder interests in property gift?

To explore how a remainder of interests in property gift can support the Catholic Legacy Foundation of Acadiana, contact us today.


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