Tax Planning

How much can I gift each year without paying taxes?

You can gift up to $19,00026 USC § 2503(b); Rev. Proc. 2025-32Verified Feb 4, 2026 per person each year without triggering gift taxes or using your lifetime exemption. This means a married couple can gift $19,00026 USC § 2503(b); Rev. Proc. 2025-32Verified Feb 4, 2026 each to the same person, totaling twice that amount annually. Annual gifting is one of the most straightforward tax planning strategies to transfer wealth while reducing your taxable estate. These gifts must be completed by December 31st to count for that tax year.