Florida does not have a gift tax. However, you may trigger a gift tax at the federal level depending on the value of the gifts you provide.But most gifts are not subject to the gift tax. Likewise, there can be tax implications on the person giving the gift funds. Are there tax consequences for down payment gift funds? If a promissory note is transferred as a gift, gift tax rules may apply, according to IRC Section 2501. A gift letter must contain the donor's name, the gift's value, confirmation that the gift is not to be repaid, and the donor's signature. Gifts given for real estate purchases typically do not result in any taxes. This applies to both the giver and receiver.