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The Daily Insight

Did exemptions go away?

Author

Emma Jordan

Published Feb 27, 2026

A personal exemption was available until 2017 but eliminated from 2018 to 2025. Taxpayers, their spouses, and qualifying dependents were able to claim a personal exemption. The personal exemption was eliminated in 2017 as a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

What is the exemption for 2020?

The personal and senior exemption amount for single, married/RDP filing separately, and head of household taxpayers will increase from $122 to $124 for the 2020 tax year 2020. For joint or surviving spouse taxpayers, the personal and senior exemption credit will increase from $244 to $248 for the tax year 2020.

How can I get my TDS amount back?

You need to file a TDS refund claim when the employer has deducted more tax than the actual liability. You can claim the difference amount by filing an income tax return. You will have to provide the bank account number, name of the bank, and Indian Financial System Code (IFSC) details for successful processing.

When to take the once in a lifetime exemption?

When we sell this house for about $150,000, we expect to take the once-in-a-lifetime exclusion of $125,000 for people over age 55. Do we have to live in this house for five years before selling? We find it is too large and we wish to purchase a smaller, less expensive home. Please advise.

Is there a limit to the lifetime gift exemption?

The lifetime gift tax exemption is $11.18 million. The annual gift tax exclusion is $15,000. Any gift over that amount given to a single person in one year decreases both your lifetime gift tax exemption and the federal estate tax exemption you will receive when you die.

How old do you have to be to be exempt from income tax?

To qualify for the exclusion, there are a number of requirements. First, the taxpayer must be at least 55 years of age. Where a husband and wife are involved, if one spouse meets all the requirements for the exclusion, both spouses are treated as meeting the requirements.

Is there a lifetime exemption for married taxpayers?

It should be pointed out that only one lifetime exemption is available to a taxpayer. Married taxpayers are entitled to only one exemption per couple — not one for each spouse.