01/06/2026
If you’re a nonresident alien (that is, you’re neither a U.S. citizen nor a U.S. resident) but you live part of the year in the U.S. and own property here, there’s good news and bad news in regard to estate tax law. The good news is that you’re subject to U.S. gift and estate taxes only on property that’s “situated” in the U.S. Also, you can take advantage of the $19,000 gift tax annual exclusion. The bad news is that your estate tax exemption drops from $13.99 million to a minuscule $60,000. So substantial U.S. property holdings can result in a big estate tax bill. Contact us at (479) 361-2201 for more information.