Here are a few ways you could respond: 1> You're welcome: Simple and straightforward. 2> I'm glad you like it: Shows that you're happy they appreciated the gift. 3> It was my pleasure: Conveys that you enjoyed giving the gift and making them happy. 4> You deserve it: Indicates that you feel they deserve the gift.
Always say thank you for the present and mean it. Even if you hate the gift itself, you should be grateful for the time the giver spent in the shops. To make the “thank you” even more meaningful, avoid generic remarks and say something about the specific gift they offered you.
If you make a taxable gift (one in excess of the annual exclusion), you are required to file Form 709: US Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return. The return is required even if you don't actually owe any gift tax due to the $13.61 million lifetime exemption.
Generally, Form 709: U.S. Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return is required if any of the following apply: An individual makes one or more gifts to any one person (other than his or her citizen spouse) that are more than the annual exclusion for the year.
Short and Simple You're the best. So grateful for you. Yay for you! You're a really great human. You deserve all the nice things. Spend it on something you love! Just a little something from me to you. Get whatever you want!
Close Friend You don't want to under or overspend (although it's probably always better to spend a bit more than a bit less). On average, spending $25-$75 on a close friend is a good rule of thumb. Although you might want to spend closer to the $25 mark if you plan on giving gifts to two or three close friends.
Put it in writing. Include a note explaining to attendees that if they plan to give a gift, a contribution to your child's future education would be perfect. Be sure to explain how to contribute to your child's 529 account in the invitation as well.