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Wealth Transfer 2026October 2026IEEE-754 Decimal.js Verified

2026 Federal & State Estate Tax Scenarios ($13.61M Exemption vs TCJA Sunset)

2026 Federal Exemption
$13.61M
$27.22M for Married Couples
Top Federal Estate Rate
40.0%
On Taxable Estate Excess
NY Estate Cliff Exemption
$6.94M
100% Taxable if > 105% Over Cap
Editorial Analysis & Methodology Guide

The federal estate tax assesses wealth transfers at death above $13,610,000 per individual. Additionally, 12 states levy state-level estate taxes with thresholds as low as $1,000,000 (Oregon) and $2,000,000 (Massachusetts), creating significant tax exposure.

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Scenario Benchmark Data Table

Total 4 scenario records. Click column headers to sort or search below.

Gross Estate Value
Jurisdiction
Combined Estate Tax
Net Wealth Transferred
$5,000,000Massachusetts (MA)$391,600$4,608,400
$8,000,000New York (NY Cliff)$764,000$7,236,000
$15,000,000Texas (Federal Only)$556,000$14,444,000
$25,000,000New York (Fed + State)$7,820,000$17,180,000
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Valid as of: October 2026 Internal Revenue Code & State Statutes

All calculations, amortizations, and scenario projections displayed on this page are strictly for informational and educational purposes. Nothing herein constitutes investment, financial, tax, underwriting, or legal advice. Actual interest rates, closing costs, lender fees, and statutory criteria may vary. Calconova explicitly disclaims all liability for any financial decisions or actions taken based upon these calculations. Users are strongly advised to consult a certified financial planner, CPA, or licensed lending officer prior to executing financial commitments.

Statutory Framework: Internal Revenue Code Title 26 / State Department of Revenue

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Directly verified answers for financial decision makers and analysts.

For 2026, individuals can gift up to $18,000 per recipient ($36,000 for married couples splitting gifts) per year without filing a gift tax return or using any lifetime exemption.