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An inheritance tax is levied when a beneficiary inherits assets from the estate of someone who died. There is no federal inheritance tax, but five states currently levy this tax: Kentucky, Maryland, ...

Many people may feel taxed to death, but it's actually more than that. After you die, there may still be taxes to pay. Death can be a tax-triggering event. And there are two you should be aware of: ...

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Inheritance planning is set for an overhaul in the coming years due to changes to how pensions will be treated as part of someone’s estate when they pass away. Including pension portfolios in the ...

Your effective tax rate is a good indicator of how well you’ve been managing your tax situation. It’s smart to calculate your effective tax rate each year to help you make adjustments to your ...