The Numbers Team

The gift tax is one of the most misunderstood provisions in the tax code. Here is what you need to know.

Understanding the Gift Giving Tax - Excess gift giving could cause a tax surprise Presenting a gift to a grandchild does not normally have us thinking about the taxes. However, if not careful, the over-generous gift giver could end up with a surprise tax bill and a note from the IRS.

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Tax News: May 2026 With so much uncertainty in the economy, the tendency is to step back and wait until things settle down. On the other hand the early bird catches the worm. Now is a great time to be thinking about steps to reduce your tax obligations, both this year and into the future. This month an article is pres...