California doesn't enforce a gift tax, but you may owe a federal one. You must file a gift tax return (Form 709) if you make any gifts that exceed the annual exclusion amount.The IRS does not consider the gift of money for a down payment as taxable income for the recipient. The federal tax code provides incentives for making charitable gifts of appreciated securities, including public stock. Complete form BOE-19-P, Claim for. Reassessment Exclusion for Transfer Between. Federal estate and gift tax exemptions routinely change. Learn why this tax affects only the nation's richest families and doesn't affect most estates. Who pays the gift tax? The donor's name, address and phone number.