intra-family transfer of assets

[jz]

I am the  cheerleader, internet access, monitor, and advisor  for my brother's traditional IRA which he never maxes out. He also has a 401k.  He is age 55 and does not use the internet. Could I transfer a gift of  my  assets to his traditional IRA? either in the form of cash or appreciated assets?

[jfoxcpacfp]

Does he have earned income? Yes, you can contribute cash to his IRA. He will be deemed to have made the contribution via a gift from you. You cannot contribute appreciated assets.