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Grantor Trust Status

Definition

Grantor trust status refers to a specific tax classification for a trust where the grantor, the person who created and funded the trust, retains certain powers or interests over the trust’s assets. Under this status, the grantor is considered the owner of the trust’s assets for income tax purposes. All income, deductions, and credits are reported on the grantor’s personal tax return. This classification has significant implications for tax liability.