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How Much Can You Give Tax-Free? THE GO-TO GUIDE TO GIFT TAX

If you’re giving a substantial amount of money or property to someone, you’ll likely have to pay a gift tax. The IRS applies this federal tax on any individual who transfers assets to someone else without anything significant in return. You don’t need to worry about gift taxes if you’re just giving your child a small allowance, but when transferring thousands or millions of dollars, you will likely have to hand over a chunk to the IRS.

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match your gift, and as a couple, you can give up to $34,000 per individual tax-free. If a gift exceeds this amount in any one year, you must pay a tax. How do you gift strategically? Although gift taxes seem burdensome, they can benefit those who properly plan. People with a significant estate will often schedule gifts each year to minimize their estate and, as a result, reduce the estate tax that would need to be paid upon their death. This strategy is an excellent way to save money for a family in the long run. This guide to gift taxes is simply an introduction. Be sure to speak with a tax professional or financial advisor when determining your gift tax responsibilities. You may also be able to learn a few new strategies that can protect your estate!

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Be sure to speak with your financial advisor or a tax professional on whether your gift requires a tax. You always want to err on the side of caution.

What does and doesn’t require a gift tax? Gifts include property, bank account transfers, cash, stocks, vehicles, art, lenient loans, and more. Sounds like everything, right? Well, a few instances aren’t impacted by the gift tax. Some tax-free offerings include:

How much can you give? As of 2023, you can give up to $17,000 per individual annually free of tax, meaning you

aren’t limited to gifting just one person before you’re hit with a gift tax. If you’re married, your spouse can

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