Estate Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate federal estate tax using the 2026 exemption. See if your estate exceeds the $13.61 million threshold.
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Federal Estate Tax
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2026 Estate Tax Rules
- Exemption: $13,610,000 per person (2026). Married couples can effectively shield $27.22M using portability.
- Tax Rate: 40% on amounts exceeding the exemption.
- Step-Up in Basis: Inherited assets receive a "step-up" to fair market value at death, eliminating capital gains tax on appreciation during the decedent's lifetime.
- Sunset Warning: The current high exemption is set to sunset after 2025 (reverting to ~$7M). Congress may extend or modify this.