The probate process is governed by __________ law.   Multiple Choice federal state administrative regulatory   The main difference between an estate tax and a/an __________ tax is who pays the tax.   Multiple Choice inheritance variance transfer easement   Once a loss is paid to the insured, __________ gives the insurer the right to pursue a legal claim against the party who caused the loss to the insured.   Multiple Choice subrogation negotiation abrogation novation

14. If the taxpayer failed to pay the tax demanded per final assessment, the government may exercise several administrative remedies. Which of the following is not correct? Levy of real property of the taxpayer may be availed of only after distraint of personal property of taxpayer. Either distraint or levy may be pursued simultaneously once the assessment becomes final and demandable. If the tax assessed is P 100 and below, levy or distraint may not be availed of. The remedy of distraint of personal property may be repeated if necessary until the full amount due and all expenses are collected.

Henry has established a revocable living trust, which he has only partially funded. Which of the following statements regarding this trust is CORRECT? Any assets that have been transferred to the trust before Henry's death will be subject to probate. Any income from the trust assets is taxable to the trust at trust income tax rates. Any assets that are not transferred to the trust before Henry's death will be subject to probate. A)II only   B)III only   C)I only   D)II and III

Tax return preparers should be aware of which of the following? A) Taxpayers who have more than one Form W-2 B) Taxpayers without a state driver's license C) Taxpayers with more than two dependents D) Taxpayers with a non-standard or altered Form W-2

Jamal, who lives in a common law state, would like to place his new bride on the deed to a residence that is currently in his own name. His goals regarding this residence and the transfer are: He does not want the transfer to cause him to use any of his gift tax applicable credit amount. He wants to be able to use the annual exclusion for the transfer. He wants the survivor of himself and his wife to receive title to the deceased spouse's interest in the residence. He does not want his wife to be able to convey her interest in the residence without his consent. He does not want more than 50% of the fair market value of the house to be included in his gross estate if he is the first to die. On the death of the first spouse, he does not want the residence to be subject to a probate proceeding. What is the most appropriate way for Jamal to title the residence when he makes the transfer? A) Tenants by the entirety     B) Tenants in common with equal interests     C) Jamal as the…

When a petition is filed with the Tax Court, the taxpayer is required to pay the deficiency only if he loses, not before. (True/False)

For a decedent who has left a last will and testament, which of the following correctly state issues that may have to be proved in the probate proceeding? Whether the will was validly executed Whether the will disposes of all probate property Whether the decedent's gross estate exceeds the applicable exclusion amount Whether any trusts described in the will are entitled to the marital or charitable deduction A) II and IV B) III and IV C) I, II, and III D) I and II

The general rule is that someone who inherits property has a tax basis in that property equal to its FMV on the date of the decedent’s death. But there are two exceptions to this rule. Explain both of them briefly.

Which of the following statements relating to qualified transfers for gift tax purposes is not correct? 1. The relationship between the donor and the donee is irrelevant with a qualified transfer. 2. A payment made directly to an individual to reimburse him for medical expenses is a qualified transfer. 3. The exclusion for a qualified transfer is in addition to the annual exclusion. 4. A payment made to a qualified education institution for tuition costs is a qualified transfer. The relationship between the donor and the donee is irrelevant with a qualified transfer. A payment made directly to an individual to reimburse him for medical expenses is a qualified transfer. The exclusion for a qualified transfer is in addition to the annual exclusion. A payment made to a qualified education institution for tuition costs is a qualified transfer.

Identify which is taxable?  A. Proceeds of life insurance received by heirs B. Excess amount received over premiums paid by insured upon surrender of policy C. Compensation for personal injuries of an employee D. Indemnification for moral damages