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March 7, 2022
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Gift or Inheritance?

  • March 7, 2022
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The Trust for my deceased father's estate sold a piece of land in 2021. The capital gains tax (small) is being paid by the Estate. Out of the proceeds of $240,000 the will stated $15,000 goes to 10 people, the remaining staying with the estate until probate is completed. The $15,000 per person was distributed in 2021.

 

Does the Estate need to fill out Schedule K-1 for each person receiving $15,000?

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    LeonardS
    Level 14
    March 7, 2022

    Yes, Schedule K-1 (Form 1041) is used to report a beneficiary's share of an estate, including income, credits, deductions and profits The  estate needs to fill out and provide the Schedule K-1 to each person receiving the $15,000.

     

     

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    Ann89103Author
    Level 2
    March 9, 2022

    Thank you for this information. I have recevied conflicting answers from a Turbo Tax representative. Since the gift amount is $15,000, do the recipients need to report this on their personal taxes? 

    ColeenD3
    Level 15
    March 9, 2022

    This is not a gift, this is an inheritance. You would report any K-1 amounts on your return.