While not a complete list the following are some figures of interest:
401(k): The maximum contribution in 2011 is $16,500. For 2012 it will rise to $17,000.
Estate Tax Exemption: The maximum in 2011 is $5,000,000. For 2012 it will rise to $5,120,000. The benefit may be short-lived as the $1,000,000 exemption under the previous law is set to return in 2013 unless there is Congressional action.
Annual Gift Tax Exclusion: The limit of $13,000 in 2011 will remain unchanged in 2012.
Top Marginal Income Tax Bracket: The 35% bracket remains the highest and will be applied to taxable income exceeding $388,350 for joint filers.
Standard Deduction: The $11,600 figure for 2011 will rise to $11,900 in 2012 for joint filers.
Personal Exemption: The $3,700 figure for 2011 will rise to $3,800 in 2012.
Additional highlights as well as a complete list of changes are available on the IRS website.
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