ANSWER – Study Question of the Week: October 23, 2012 Edition

As a follow up to yesterday’s licensing exam study question, here is your question PLUS answer and rationale. Relevant to Series 6, Series 7, Series 65, Series 66, Series 24, Series 26 and Series 99. Continue reading

As a follow up to yesterday’s licensing exam study question, here is your question PLUS answer and rationale:

Question (Relevant to Series 6, Series 7, Series 65, Series 66, Series 24, Series 26 and Series 99):

Which of the following is true of UGMA/UTMA accounts?

I. Only family members may contribute to a UGMA/UTMA
II. Annual contribution limit of $13,000 per year, per child
III. Assets may only be used for education expenses
IV. Earnings reported under adult custodian’s tax identification

Answers:

A: I, II

B: III, IV

C: II, III

D: None of the choices listed

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Anyone may contribute to a Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) or Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA) account and there are no contribution limits. Assets in UGMA/UTMA accounts may be used for any purpose and earnings are reported on the minor’s social security account, not the custodian’s.

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