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New Member
posted Jun 3, 2019 1:20:52 PM

I received a cash distribution from my aunt's trust . Is it taxable

My is deceased and her total trust has been distribution

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 1:20:54 PM

Depends.   How was it reported to you?   Did you receive a 1099-R or K-1?

New Member
Jun 3, 2019 1:20:56 PM

No

New Member
Jun 3, 2019 1:20:57 PM

Generally speaking, an inheritance or gift is not taxable income.  However, you may be required to report a share of the trust's or estate's income on your tax return.  Only the trustee or executor of the estate will know for sure, so you should contact that person.

If you do have taxable income from the distribution, you will receive a Form K-1  at some point.  When you receive that form, report the information in TurboTax under the heading Business Items, Schedule K-1.