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Yes, gifts that were given within two years of the death can be pulled back into the estate by the executor.

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Q: Could gift before death be part of the estate?
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Could gifts after death be part of the estate?

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Wrapping the gift before putting it into the gift bag could be done, but I believe the purpose of the gift bag is to take the place of wrapping.


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