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The document provides comprehensive instructions for filing the District of Columbia Estate Tax Return (Forms D-76 and D-76EZ) for estates of individuals who died on or after January 1, 2017. It outlines the requirements for filing, including gross estate thresholds, electronic submission guidelines, and necessary attachments. Key updates include an exclusion amount of $4,000,000 for decedents who died in 2021. The document also details penalties for late filing and payment, as well as procedures for requesting extensions using Form D-77.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the D-76 Estate Tax Return in the editor.
Begin by entering the Date of Birth and Date of Death of the decedent. If you wish to authorize a third party to discuss your return, select 'Yes' and provide their name and phone number.
In the Estate Information section, answer questions regarding the estate. If it passes entirely to a spouse or a charitable organization, opt for Form D-76EZ; otherwise, continue with Form D-76.
Fill in the Gross Estate section by entering amounts from IRS Form 706 Schedules A through H as applicable. Ensure all values reflect fair market appraisals.
Complete the Deductions section by entering relevant amounts from IRS Form 706 Schedules J through O. Calculate total allowable deductions accurately.
Review all entries for accuracy before submitting. Attach any required documents electronically via our platform during filing.

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What is the real estate tax rate in Washington, DC.?

Washington, D.C. Property Taxes When it comes to property tax rates, Washington, D.C. homeowners have some of the lowest in the country. The tax rate on residential property in D.C. is just $0.85 per $100 in assessed value. However, that rate may overstate the amount paid by many homeowners.

Does DC tax foreign inheritance?

Gift Tax Limitations for Non-Citizens DC imposes no inheritance tax or gift tax.

What is the DC estate tax exemption for 2025?

Estates of decedents who died January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 have an exclusion amount of $4,873,200.

What is the inheritance law in DC?

Your surviving spouse inherits 2/3 of your intestate property and your descendants inherit the rest. (D.C. Code 19-302 (2024).) If you die with children or other descendants from you and the surviving spouse, and your surviving spouse has other descendants from other relationships.

What is the maximum amount you can inherit without paying tax?

Theres normally no Inheritance Tax to pay if either: the value of your estate is below the 325,000 threshold. you leave everything above the 325,000 threshold to your spouse, civil partner, a charity or a community amateur sports club.

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Does the District of Columbia have an estate tax?

If youre a resident of the District of Columbia and leave behind more than $4,873,200 (for deaths occurring in 2025), your estate might have to pay D.C. estate tax. The D.C. tax is different from the federal estate tax, which is imposed on estates worth more than $13.99 million (for deaths in 2025).

What is the estate tax rate in DC 2025?

The estate tax rate in the District of Columbia is progressive, based on the estates value. In 2025, estates valued at over $4,873,200 are subject to estate tax, ranging from 11.2% to 16%.

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