JOINT ASSETS MAY BE SUBJECT TO THE NEW TRUST REPORTING RULES!

If any of the following applies to you, you may be required to file a trust return for 2023:

  • Parent is on title of a child’s home (without the parent having beneficial ownership) to assist the child in obtaining a mortgage;
  • Parent or grandparent holds an investment or bank account in trust for a child or grandchild;
  • Child is on the title of a parent’s home (without the child having beneficial ownership) for probate or estate planning purposes
  • Child is on parent’s financial accounts (or other assets) to assist with administration after the parent’s passing;

There are many other scenarios that may require a Trust return.  Reviewing the attached is crucial to determine if you fall under these new reporting rules.

Filing Deadline:   April 2, 2024

*** Risk of huge penalties upon failing to file!!! ***