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Do I have to file an estate tax return 706?

If the decedent is a U.S. citizen or resident and decedent's death occurred in 2016, an estate tax return (Form 706) must be filed if the gross estate of the decedent, increased by the decedent's adjusted taxable gifts and specific gift tax exemption, is valued at more than the filing threshold for the year of the ...

What expenses are deductible on an estate income tax return?

Cost of storing or maintaining property. Brokerage fees for selling property of the estate. Auctioneers' fees for selling property of the estate. Interest on federal and state income, gift, and estate tax deficiencies that accrues after death.

What assets are not included in gross estate?

Generally, the Gross Estate does not include property owned solely by the decedent's spouse or other individuals. Lifetime gifts that are complete (no powers or other control over the gifts are retained) are not included in the Gross Estate (but taxable gifts are used in the computation of the estate tax).

Do I have to file an estate tax return 706?

If the decedent is a U.S. citizen or resident and decedent's death occurred in 2016, an estate tax return (Form 706) must be filed if the gross estate of the decedent, increased by the decedent's adjusted taxable gifts and specific gift tax exemption, is valued at more than the filing threshold for the year of the ...

What do you attach to a 706?

You must attach the death certificate to the return. If the decedent was a citizen or resident of the United States and died testate (leaving a valid will), attach a certified copy of the will to the return. If you cannot obtain a certified copy, attach a copy of the will and an explanation of why it is not certified.

What is a form 706 used for?

The executor of a decedent's estate uses Form 706 to figure the estate tax imposed by Chapter 11 of the Internal Revenue Code. Form 706 is also used to compute the generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax imposed by Chapter 13 on direct skips.

What expenses can be deducted on Form 706?

General. Funeral expenses. Executors' commissions. Attorney fees. Interest expense. Miscellaneous expenses.

Do I have to file a 706?

If the decedent is a U.S. citizen or resident and decedent's death occurred in 2016, an estate tax return (Form 706) must be filed if the gross estate of the decedent, increased by the decedent's adjusted taxable gifts and specific gift tax exemption, is valued at more than the filing threshold for the year of the ...

What expenses can be deducted on Form 706?

General. Funeral expenses. Executors' commissions. Attorney fees. Interest expense. Miscellaneous expenses.

What expenses are deductible on Form 706?

estate tax deduction. Property and income taxes. Allowable death taxes.... General. Funeral expenses. Executors' commissions. Attorney fees. Interest expense. Miscellaneous expenses.

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