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An Ohio property owner transfers a property to an irrevocable trust for the benefit of her minor children. She retains no beneficial interest. Is the conveyance fee applicable?

Correct Answer

D) Yes, because only revocable trusts qualify for the exemption; irrevocable trust transfers may be subject to the fee if consideration is deemed present

Ohio's conveyance fee exemption for trust transfers generally applies to revocable living trusts where the grantor retains beneficial ownership. Transfers to irrevocable trusts, where the grantor relinquishes beneficial ownership, may be treated differently. The County Auditor evaluates whether the transfer constitutes a change in beneficial ownership, and if so, the fee may apply.

Answer Options
A
No, because all trust transfers are exempt
B
No, because the transfer is to family members
C
Yes, because the grantor relinquishes beneficial ownership, which is treated as a transfer for consideration
D
Yes, because only revocable trusts qualify for the exemption; irrevocable trust transfers may be subject to the fee if consideration is deemed present

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