Paul Premack's legal column appeared in these Hearst Newspapers:

Washington estate tax changes include an increased exemption amount for individuals dying on or after July 1, 2025, and a higher top tax rate for estates over $9 million

Federal Estate Tax exemption for 2024 has increased, along with the Gift Tax annual exclusion. Washington Estate Tax may be adjusted soon.

If Congress in late 2025 makes the $12.92M exclusion permanent, you may wonder if your planning was a waste of time and money.