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April 27, 2023
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Trader Tax Status

  • April 27, 2023
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Can a trust brokerage account qualify for trader tax status?

 

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    Best answer by Anonymous_

    @Contango72 wrote:

    Can a trust brokerage account qualify for trader tax status?


    The trust would have to be a grantor trust (where you are considered to be the "owner"), which it most likely is.

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    Level 15
    April 27, 2023

    @Contango72 wrote:

    Can a trust brokerage account qualify for trader tax status?


    The trust would have to be a grantor trust (where you are considered to be the "owner"), which it most likely is.

    Level 2
    April 27, 2023

    I'm the Trustee / Beneficiary, my deceased Father set up the trust, I assume he is the Grantor?   

    Level 15
    April 27, 2023

    Yes, he would be.

     

    Assuming the trust is now irrevocable and you do not have the requisite authority or power, the trust is treated as a separate entity for federal income tax purposes (i.e., not a grantor trust).

     

    You should check with a local attorney who can review the document.