Families who cope best with inheritance tax (IHT) paperwork are those who plan ahead, say experts. We look at all documents ...

Understanding the Stepped-Up Basis Benefit Before It's Too Late Here's the thing about estate planning: most people don't ...

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 ...

While federal rules shield the majority of families from paying death taxes, state-level policies tell a far more varied story.

Texas has no inheritance tax, but couples still face hidden costs. Learn what you actually owe and how to plan smart.

After a column containing tips on paying less inheritance tax in these pages, we had a note from a reader who quite rightly pointed out that articles like these frequently mention spouses, children ...

We want to hear from people about how inheritance plays a role in their lives, whether they are giving, receiving or expecting nothing at all ...