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Basic Quiz - 3.6.5 Layered Lead Trusts

1. The longer the lead trust duration, the higher the deduction.
           
2. A large enough charitable deduction will allow the donor to pass property to others with little or no transfer taxes.
           
3. It is possible for the donor to create several lead trusts that terminate at different times.
           
4. Each lead trust must have a minimum 5% payout.
           
5. Each lead trust must be funded with the same amount.
           
6. When creating several lead trusts, it is possible to have one or more lead trusts pass to grandchildren.
           
7. With a lead trust, it is always better to use the highest applicable federal rate to receive the largest tax deduction.
           
8. Donors typically do not want their heirs to have to wait too long before receiving the property from the lead trust.
           
9. The larger the payout to charity from the lead trust, the higher the deduction.
           
10. It is possible to use a family limited partnership to fund one or more of the lead trusts and receive a double discount on the transfer.