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Taxation of Estates and Trusts - Exam Preparation Description Taxation of Estates and Trusts focuses on the federal income tax rules governing estates and trusts as separate taxable entities. This subject primarily centers on Subchapter J of the Internal Revenue Code, which establishes how income earned by estates and trusts is taxed and how that income is allocated between the entity and its beneficiaries. This course prepares students to understand the structure, classification, and taxation of: Decedents' estates during the period of administration Simple and complex trusts Grantor trusts and their unique tax treatment Charitable trusts Irrevocable and revocable trusts Key areas of study include: Determination of gross income and allowable deductions Computation of Distributable Net Income (DNI) Income distribution deduction rules Taxation of beneficiaries on distributed income Allocation of income between fiduciary and beneficiary Capital gains treatment in trusts and estates Filing requirements (e.g., Form 1041) Income in Respect of a Decedent (IRD) Trust accounting income vs. taxable income Estate and trust termination rules Students also learn how fiduciary income taxation interacts with estate tax principles, beneficiary taxation, and planning strategies to minimize tax liability. The exam typically tests statutory interpretation, application of DNI calculations, trust classification analysis, distribution timing rules, and problem-solving scenarios involving income allocation and taxation of beneficiaries. This subject is essential for students pursuing tax law, estate planning, fiduciary administration, and wealth management.

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