That’s particularly true in a handful of states where an inheritance tax still applies. Unlike federal estate taxes, which affect only the ultrawealthy, these state-level taxes can hit ordinary heirs.

Collecting an inheritance, we're told, should be a blessed event. The circumstances are tragic, but it's still a free cash gift, right? Reality is, inheriting free money can be a stressful and ...

Inherited assets from your loved one, whether in the form of cash, stocks or real estate, can be subject to inheritance taxes, depending on your relationship and inheritance value. While most states ...

If you know you’re receiving an inheritance, you’ve seen the estate documents, your benefactors have given you a specific ...