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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 30, 2018: California Senator Kamala Harris speaking at the Families Belong Together rally and march.

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For the upper-middle class, a change in administration could bring some shifts in tax policy and economic outlook.

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GOBankingRate spoke with experts to understand the potential impacts and strategies to consider.

Here are eight ways that a Harris presidency could impact the upper-middle class.

In contrast, here areways that a Harris presidency could impact the lower-middle class.

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This change could hit the upper-middle class particularly hard, because they might find themselves in higher tax brackets.

Potential Expansion of Earned Income Tax Credit

Not all changes may be negative for the upper-middle class.

David Damore, Ph.D., professor of political science atUNLV, points out a potential bright spot.

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This expansion could provide some relief for families at the lower end of theupper-middle class spectrum.

For the upper-middle class, this could mean a higher likelihood of audits and a need for meticulous record-keeping.

Changes to Estate Tax Exemption

Carpenito warned of potential changes toestate tax limits.

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This could significantly impact wealth transfer plans for upper-middle class families.

Remember, as with any major political shift, there will likely be both challenges and opportunities.

The key is to be prepared and proactive in your financial planning.

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