Highlights of the New Tax Deal

  • 39.6% Tax Rate for Incomes Above $400,000 ($450,000 for Families)
  • All Other Bush-Era Tax Rates Extended
  • 20% Maximum Capital Gains/ Dividend Tax Rate
  • Maximum 40% Estate/ Gift Tax Rate
  • Permanent AMT Patch
  • Five-Year Extension of Enhanced Education Credit
  • One-Year Extension of Many Business Extenders
  • Over 30 Extenders Retroactive to Start of 2012