A Trust Has Distributable Net Income (DNI)of $50,000, Including $30,000

question 74

Essay

A trust has distributable net income (DNI)of $50,000, including $30,000 tax-exempt interest income and $20,000 taxable interest income. The trust instrument requires that all income be distributed at least annually, 30% to Jane and 70% to Joe. What is the amount and character of the income that Jane receives?

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Definitions:

Legitimate Enterprise

A business or organization that is conducted lawfully and with genuine intentions.

Otherwise Legal

Pertaining to actions or conditions that are permitted or recognized by law, except for specific exclusions or conditions.

Phishing

Online fraud in which criminals pretend to be legitimate companies by using e-mails or malicious websites that trick individuals and companies into providing useful information, such as bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, and credit-card numbers.

Identity Theft

The act of stealing another’s identifying information—such as a name, date of birth, or Social Security number—and using that information to access the victim’s financial resources.