Martin Transfers Stock to an Irrevocable Trust and Names Himself

question 105

Multiple Choice

Martin transfers stock to an irrevocable trust and names himself to receive the trust income for life with the remainder interest gifted to his son. When Martin dies

• A)none of the stock will be included in Martin's estate.
• B)the stock's value at the time of transfer to the trust will be included in Martin's estate.
• C)the value of the stock less the present value of the income receivable by Martin will be included in Martin's estate.
• D)the value of the stock at death will be included in Martin's estate.

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Definitions:

Tax Reasons

Considerations related to the management of tax liabilities and strategic financial planning to minimize taxes owed.

Limited Liability Company

An organizational model that integrates the tax treatment of a partnership or sole proprietorship with the benefit of limited liability offered by a corporation.

Establish

To set up or lay the foundation for something, often referring to creating a new business, institution, or system.

General Partners

Individuals in a partnership who have full liability for the debts of the partnership and take part in managing the business.