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Irrevocable trust - three trustees - can one trustee withdraw funds?
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You must review the terms of the trust to determine if any one trustee can exercise the trustee powers. That is an important issue regarding trusts. Some trusts specify that less than the full number of trustees can act on behalf of the trust and some do not.
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What can be done if a trustee borrows estate funds but returns them?
A trustee who uses trust or estate funds for their personal use should be replaced. That is a violation of their fiduciary duty. They may not replace the funds the next time. You should petition the court to have them removed and replaced with a more trustworthy trustee or with co-trustees who could monitor each other.
Can a trustee use the income from an irrevocable trust?
For personal use, only if they are the beneficiary. They are entitled to compensation for their work and to use funds for the benefit of the trust, but these are typically laid out in the trust itself.
What is trustee-to-trustee transfer?
==One Answer== A trustee to trustee transfer is the legal method used to transfer an IRA or SEP (retirement accounts) account to another entity. For example, if you have an IRA certificate of deposit mature at one bank and wish to transfer it to another bank with a higher interest rate you are not allowed to cash out the CD and transfer it yourself. You need to fill out forms at the new bank and a trustee to trustee transfer will be done between the two banks. Once you have deposited funds into a personal retirement account you cannot withdraw the money yourself without incurring penalties. The banks act as your trustees.
What if a trustee of an irrevocable trust is not being truthful about funds being spent can the trustee be removed?
The trustee should be required to file an account every year that can be reviewed by the beneficiaries of the trust. They have an interest in both the trust property and that the trustee not waste, misuse or steal any of the trust assets. If the trustee is being secretive then the trust should be reviewed for any provision that address the removal of the trustee and the appointment of a successor. If there are no such provisions IN the trust document, a petition should be brought to a court of equity. A judge can appoint a new trustee. Any trustee who refuses to be accountable to the beneficiaries is not "trustworthy".
Is the trustee of an irrevocable trust personally liable for the debts of the trust?
No. A trustee is only liable in her capacity as a trustee and only the trust assets are exposed to its debts. Of course, that protection exists providing the trust is valid. If someone sets up a trust in order to incur debts they will not be personally responsible for paying, a creditor may be able to recover by a court action. Also, a trustee is personally liable for any mishandling of the funds of the trust.
What is the appropriate amount for a trustee's fee and what can you do when you suspect the trustee is misusing the trust funds?
It depends, but could be 1% of total estate and you can petition the courts to have the trustee removed if you suspect misusing of funds.
Can I withdraw funds early from my GIC?
no
Will set up a trust but trust was not funded can the executor raid the estate to fund fees for himself as trustee?
No, he cannot. The offices of testamentary trustee and exutor are separate and distinct from one another even if the same person is to serve as both. Compensation for a trustee comes out of the funds in the trust for work done by the trustee on behalf of the trust. If the trust is unfunded, there are no assets out of which to pay fees to the trustee. Also, if the trust is unfunded then the trustee has done nothing to earn any trustee fees. Compensation of trustees and executors is governed by state laws, so it is important to check the laws of the state of probate for the details.
Can banks withdraw funds that have cleared if they realize the funds were deposited when not due?
Yes and it sucks!
Can a executor withhold funds from beneficiary who has dementia. I have power of attorney and the executor is giving me a hard time about releasing the money to my mother?
Yes, an executor can withhold such funds, but they should be placed in trust for the benefit of the demented, perhaps under various spendthrift conditions or whatever is deemed necessary for protection of the gift. Whether the executor names you as trustee is his or her choice, but you will still have the powers of the POA once the trustees release the funds to you.
What is the difference between and IRA trustee and an IRA Custodian?
Custodian has passive control vs. a trustee who can invest, funds etc.
If funds need to be used that are in a trust how do you get the funds out?
Funds that are held in trust are under the complete control of the trustee. The provisions of the trust dictate how the trustee will manage those funds. You need to review the terms of the trust with the trustee and determine how and if the funds can be accessed. If the terms of the trust are insufficient or there is no provision under which the trust property can be accessed then a court of equity has the power to modify the trust. You may need to seek the advice of an attorney who is familiar with trust law in your state.
