Generation-Skipping Tax Calculator
Calculate GST tax on wealth transfers to grandchildren and beyond. Estimate exemption usage and tax liability for multi-generational transfers.
Direct Skip Transfer
Calculate GST tax on a direct transfer to a grandchild or skip person.
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Dynasty Trust Projection
Project the multi-generational value of a GST-exempt dynasty trust.
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GST Tax Savings Analysis
Compare the tax cost of transferring wealth through each generation vs. skipping directly.
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Formula
GST Tax = (Transfer Amount - Remaining GST Exemption) x 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the generation-skipping transfer tax?
The GST tax is a federal tax on transfers to skip persons at a flat 40% rate. The 2024 GST exemption is $13.61 million per person.
How does the GST exemption work?
Each individual has a $13.61 million GST exemption that can be allocated to transfers to skip persons or trusts benefiting them. Strategic allocation can shelter future growth from GST tax.
What is a dynasty trust?
A dynasty trust is funded with GST-exempt assets and can benefit multiple generations without additional estate or GST taxes. Some states allow perpetual trusts for maximum tax efficiency.
Understanding Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax
The GST tax was designed to prevent wealthy families from avoiding a layer of estate tax by transferring assets directly to grandchildren. Without this tax, families could skip a generation of estate tax, potentially saving 40% of the transfer amount.
Key Planning Strategies
- Dynasty trusts shelter growth from GST tax across multiple generations
- GST exemption allocation should prioritize high-growth assets
- Gift splitting allows married couples to use $27.22M combined exemption