The "Death" Tax is killing family business.

A family-owned business stands to lose nearly half of all its assets when it passes from one generation to the next. That's over half of everything, including land, buildings, equipment, money, and more — all because of the current Estate Tax law which is really a tax on death.

The reality is, people can't afford to pass on their business. They sell out, letting long-time employees go. Not because they want to. But because they have to. And the echo reverberates through an entire community.

If you're concerned that eliminating the Death Tax will add to the budget deficit, don't be. Independent studies reveal that it would actually help reduce the deficit. The Economics of the Estate Tax: An Update provides an excellent overview. Click here to download (160 kb PDF).

For an update on legislative activity click here.

You can help us change this unfair tax. Let Congress know that you believe a family's roots in a long-time business are a vital anchor in your community.

Please e-mail us with your comments, death tax horror stories and suggestions on-line at feedback@deathtax.com.

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