California Form 541 T PDF Details

Understanding the complexities of the California 541-T form is critical for estates and trusts navigating the allocation of estimated tax payments to beneficiaries. This form, designated for use within the 2002 tax year or for fiscal years beginning within this timeframe, plays a crucial role in ensuring the correct distribution of tax responsibilities and benefits among beneficiaries. Its primary purpose is to allow trusts, or estates in their final year, the option to have estimated tax payments treated as if made directly by the beneficiaries. This strategic election, once made, becomes irrevocable, highlighting the importance of informed decision-making prior to submission. Requirements for filing include a separate submission from the California Fiduciary Income Tax Return (Form 541), with a specific deadline set at the 65th day after the tax year's close, emphasizing the need for timely action. The form not only requests detailed beneficiary information but also mandates precise allocations and prorations of estimated tax payments, guiding fiduciaries through a detailed declaration process under the penalty of perjury. Through properly completing and submitting the 541-T form, estates and trusts can effectively manage the allocation of estimated taxes, supporting beneficiaries in their tax obligations and ensuring compliance with California's tax regulations.

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Form NameCalifornia Form 541 T
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Other namesFEIN, SSN, form 541, California

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TAXABLE YEAR

California Allocation of Estimated Tax

FORM

Payments to Beneficiaries

 

 

2002

 

 

541-T

For calendar year 2002 or fiscal year beginning month ____ day ____ year 2002, and ending month ____ day ____ year ______

Name of estate or trust

Name and title of fiduciary

FEIN

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Address of fiduciary (number and street or PO Box)

Suite no.

PMB no.

City

State

ZIP Code

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.If you are filing this form for the final year of the estate or trust, check this box

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1 Total amount of estimated taxes to be allocated to beneficiaries

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Beneficiary’s name and address

 

Beneficiary’s SSN or FEIN

 

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3 Total from additional sheet(s)

 

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4 Total amounts allocated. (Must equal line 1, above)

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Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this allocation, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to

 

 

 

 

the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all

 

 

 

 

information of which preparer has any knowledge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Signature of fiduciary or officer representing fiduciary

 

 

 

 

 

 

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FRANCHISE TAX BOARD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mailing

PO BOX 942840

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Address

SACRAMENTO CA 94240-0002

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Do not file with Form 541.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Privacy Act Notice, get form FTB 1131.

541T02103

Form 541-T 2002

Instructions for Form 541-T

California Allocation of Estimated Tax Payments to Beneficiaries

General Instructions

A Purpose

A trust or, for its final year, a decedent’s estate may elect under Revenue and Taxation Code Section 17731 and Internal Revenue Code Section 643(g)(1)(B) to have any part of its estimated tax payments treated as made by a beneficiary or beneficiaries. The fiduciary files Form 541-T to make the election. Once made, the election is irrevocable.

Note: Do not distribute withholding to beneficiaries on Form 541-T.

B How to File

File Form 541-T separately from Form 541, California Fiduciary Income Tax Return. Do not attach Form 541-T to Form 541.

C Where to File

Mail Form 541-T to:

FRANCHISE TAX BOARD PO BOX 942840 SACRAMENTO CA 94240-0002

D When to File

For the election to be valid, a trust or decedent’s estate must file Form 541-T by the 65th day after the close of the tax year as shown at the top of the form. If the due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, file on the next business day. For a calendar year trust, the due date is on or before Thursday, March 6, 2003.

E Period Covered

File Form 541-T for calendar year 2002 and fiscal years beginning in 2002. If the form is for a fiscal year or a short year, enter the tax year in the space at the top of the form.

F Internet Access

You can download, view, and print California tax forms and publications from our Website at: www.ftb.ca.gov

Access other state agencies’ websites through the State Agency Index on California’s Website at: www.ca.gov

Specific Line Instructions

Fiduciary’s Street Address

Include suite, room, unit number, etc. after the street address. If the post office does not deliver mail to the street address and the fiduciary has a PO box, show the PO box number instead of the street address.

Private Mailbox (PMB) Number

If you lease a PMB from a private business rather than from the United States Postal Service, include the box number in the field labeled “PMB no.’’ in the address area.

Line 1

Enter the amount of the estimated tax payments made by the trust or decedent’s estate that the fiduciary elects to treat as a payment made by the beneficiaries. This amount is treated as if paid or credited to the beneficiaries on the last day of the tax year of the trust or decedent’s estate. Be sure to include the amount on Form 541, Schedule B, Income Distribution Deduction, line 11.

Line 2

Column (b) – Beneficiary’s name and address

Group the beneficiaries to whom you are allocating estimated tax payments into two categories. In the first category, list all the individual beneficiaries who have a social security number (SSN). In the second category, list all the other beneficiaries.

Column (c) – Beneficiary’s identifying number

For each beneficiary who is an individual, enter the SSN. For all other entities, enter the federal employer identification number (FEIN). Failure to enter a valid SSN or FEIN may cause a delay in processing and could result in the imposition of penalties on the beneficiary. For those beneficiaries who file a joint income tax return, you can assist the Franchise Tax Board in crediting the proper account by providing the SSN, if known, of the beneficiary’s spouse. However, this is an optional entry.

Column (d) – Amount of estimated tax payment allocated to beneficiary

For each beneficiary, also enter this amount on Schedule K-1 (541), Beneficiary’s Share of Income, Deductions, Credits, etc., line 11a.

Column (e) – Proration percentage

For each listed beneficiary, divide the amount shown in column (d) by the amount shown on line 1 and enter the result as a percentage.

Line 3

If you are allocating a payment of estimated taxes to more than 10 beneficiaries, list the additional beneficiaries on an attached sheet that follows the format of line 2. Enter on line 3 the total from the attached sheet(s). Include the fiduciary name and FEIN on the attached sheet.

Form 541-T Instructions 2002

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