Kiddie Tax (2025)

Rules for taxing a child's unearned income and how it may be taxed at trust/rates of parents.

Who Is Affected

Children under 19 (or full-time students under 24) with significant unearned income may be subject to the kiddie tax.

Key Points

  • Unearned income above the annual threshold may be taxed at parents' rates
  • Check IRS updates for specific filing thresholds in 2025
  • Consider tax-efficient investment accounts for minors