Gifts Between Spouses Are Generally Exempt from Transfer Taxes

question 16

True/False

Gifts between spouses are generally exempt from transfer taxes.

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A federal program in the United States that provides retirement benefits, disability income, and survivors benefits to eligible Americans.

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