1. Updates to Tables Chapter 17 pp. 681-710
2012 National Income
Tax Workbook™

2. Rev. Proc
2013 estimates in Chapter 17 for kiddie tax, savings bonds, Archer medical savings accounts, and long-term care premiums are correct
Estate and gift taxes: Form 706 credit amount on page 694 is a typographical error ─ $345,000 should be $345,800

3. Rev. Proc
The 2013 maximum foreign earned income exclusion is $97,600
The gift tax exclusion for gifts to a spouse who is not a U.S. citizen is $143,000
Gifts from abroad must be reported if the aggregate value exceeds $15,102

4. Retirement Plans: 2013 Contribution Limits p. 707
SIMPLE $12,000
457 $17,500
401(k), 403(b), etc. $17,500
Defined Contribution $51,000
Defined Benefit $205,000
Compensation Limit $255,000
Catch-up limits are same as in 2012

5. Updates on Website
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