Retained Life Estate
A retained life estate gift allows you to live out your years in your home, while knowing your property will someday significantly benefit Dartmouth.
Benefits
Enjoy immediate and future tax benefits and simplify your estate planning.
Plan at a Glance
How It Works
A retained life estate gift allows you to make a significant, meaningful contribution to Dartmouth without immediately parting with your assets. You may transfer ownership of a primary residence, second home, farm, or land to Dartmouth now, but retain its use during your lifetime.
Next Steps
Contact the Gift Planning Office at gift.planning@dartmouth.edu or 800-451-4067 to learn more—including whether your property is eligible.