Optimizing Trust Management and Tax Planning
2 AFSP, EA, CFP®, CPA, CRTP
Track:
Taxposium
This course dives into the complexities of trust taxation, offering a comprehensive overview of the various types of trusts and their reporting requirements on Form 1041. Gain insights into critical calculations, including fiduciary accounting income (FAI), distributable net income (DNI) and income distribution deduction (IDD). Explore optional forms, elections and tax planning strategies through practical examples of completed work. This session equips you with the knowledge to optimize trust management and compliance.
Objectives
Upon completion of this session, you will be able to:
● Review the purpose of a trust and how to set it up
● Outline the many options and elections for taxing trusts
● Discuss FAI, DNI, IDD and calculating the taxes for the trust
● Review tax planning options and the pros and cons of trusts
CPE information
Duration: 100 minutes
Course level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of federal income tax
Advanced preparation: None
Delivery method: Group Internet-Based
CPE credits | Designation | Field of study | |
IRS | 2 | AFSP | Federal Tax Law Topic |
IRS | 2 | EA | Federal Tax Law Topic |
NASBA | 2 | CPA | Taxes |
CTEC | 2 | CRTP | Federal Tax Law Topic |
CFP Board | 2 | CFP® | n/a |
Instructor(s)
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Randy Adams, EA, MSA
