Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Ivana Trump's Burial Spurs Tax Strategy Debate
After Ivana Trump died, she was buried on her ex-husband's golf course in New Jersey.
This has led to questions about taxes because New Jersey doesn't tax land used for cemeteries.
It appears the golf course was registered as a nonprofit cemetery, which could save millions in taxes.
The choice has sparked public debate, with some questioning the ethics.
Donald Trump dismissed these claims and stated he wanted to be buried there.
Ivana Trump was buried at the Trump National Golf Course in Bedminster, New Jersey in 2022.
New Jersey tax law exempts land used for cemeteries from taxes.
The burial choice has sparked speculation about potential tax benefits.
Trump registered the golf course land as a nonprofit cemetery company.
The golf course's tax-exempt status is under scrutiny.
- Who
- Ivana and Donald Trump.
- What
- Ivana Trump was buried on a golf course potentially for tax benefits.
- When
- Ivana Trump died in July 2022.
- Where
- Trump National Golf Course in Bedminster, New Jersey.
- Why
- Potentially to take advantage of tax exemptions for cemetery land.
Critic's View
Supporter's View
Ethical Implications
Critic's View
The burial choice is questioned.
Supporter's View
The burial choice is seen as a tax strategy.
- Deceased
- Ivana Trump
- Burial Location
- Trump National Golf Course, Bedminster, NJ
- Tax Exemption
- Cemetery land in New Jersey is exempt from taxes.
- Golf Course Status
- Registered as a nonprofit cemetery company
- Tax Savings
- Potentially millions
