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Taking Maaser from “Maasered Money”

Do I have to give maaser from money that I recieved as a gift from someone who already takes maaser from their money?

Answer:

Yes. The obligation (or custom) of giving maaser depends on the person who receives the income, and not on the money.

Sources: Taz, Yoreh Deah, 331:32; Ahavas Chesed, chap. 18, in the name of Eliyahu Rabbah, Orach Chaim 156.

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