I have 3 questions:
1) Can money be gifted to a irrevocable trust?
If so
2) Is their a maximum amount allowed to be gifted in a certain period e.g like yearly etc?
3) Can a trustee and beneficiary to the same trust also gift money to the same trust?
Thank you
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answered on Apr 12, 2024
Yes, money can be gifted to an irrevocable trust. However, there are some important considerations and limitations:
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
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