
In a decision likely to affect millions of trusts and their
beneficiaries, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that trust investment
advisory fees are subject to the 2% floor for miscellaneous itemized
deductions. This decision could impact the tax deductibility of many
common trust and estate expenses, thereby increasing the overall costs
for managing large estates and trusts. It may also force trustees,
accountants, attorneys, financial advisors and family offices to change
their cost reporting and allocation procedures.