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Remainder Man

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Definition of 'Remainder Man'

The person who receives the principal remaining in a trust account after all other required payments have been made, such as those to the beneficiary and expenses.
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Investopedia explains 'Remainder Man'

The remainder man may exercise the right to hold and use the property in the trust only after the trust has been completely dissolved.

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