Question

Being undecided on what to do with $100,000 just received on F's policy, decides to leave the proceeds on deposit with the insurer at interest. The rate being paid is 5%. In one year, what amount will be taxable?

Answer 1

Answer:

$5,000

Explanation:

If these are death benefit funds then it must be noted that tax is not applicable on the lump sum amount of death benefit but the interests paid on the amount left on deposit with the insurer is taxable. In simple terms, if dividends are left on deposit to earn interest then this interest is taxable!

Interest rate= 5%

Amount= $100,000

Tax= 0.05x100,000

Tax= $5,000