Future Outlook: Navigating Estate and Gift Tax Changes in 2025 and Beyond

ARTICLE | January 23, 2025

Authored by Vasquez + Company

Planning for the future of your estate requires a keen awareness of the ever-changing federal estate and gift tax framework. Given the current high exemption amounts, many households do not feel directly affected. However, upcoming shifts in 2025 and beyond, together with the potential sunset of certain Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions, mean it is essential to keep your eye on possible developments. By understanding how these changes might unfold, you can make well-informed decisions to protect your assets, shield your beneficiaries, and stay one step ahead.

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The federal estate and gift tax environment continues to develop with shifting political dynamics, and it pays to keep a watchful eye on these changes. Whether the exemption level remains high or reverts to a lower threshold, part of a successful estate plan includes awareness, agility, and expert guidance. By working proactively with financial and legal advisors, revisiting your strategies from time to time, and planning around potential developments, you can protect your assets and your legacy for the long term.

While we await more clarity on what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond, the most crucial step is to establish or update an estate plan that fits your current situation. By doing so, you will help ensure that your wishes are carried out, your loved ones are protected, and you remain poised to respond to any legislative changes.

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