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What is a gift tax?

Gift tax is a federal tax that may apply when you give someone more than the annual exclusion amount—$18,000 per recipient in 2024—though most people owe $0 because of the lifetime exemption. In many cases, you still must file IRS Form 709 to report gifts above the limit, even if no tax is due. This […]

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