Trusts and Estates

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When do first-tier beneficiaries get DNI before others?

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When distributions exceed DNI, required income beneficiaries are paid first.

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Why is a grantor trust ignored for income tax purposes?

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The grantor keeps enough powers or interests, so income is taxed to the grantor.

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Why can substantially separate shares be treated separately for DNI?

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To prevent one beneficiary from being taxed on another share's income.

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How does DNI affect the income distribution deduction?

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The deduction cannot exceed DNI, reduced by tax-exempt income.

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