Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ashley L. Case, J.D., LL.M., writes about tax and estate planning. Few things can complicate the otherwise straightforward matter ...

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Some estimates suggest that around $70 trillion in assets will pass down from older generations to younger generations in the next two decades. If you're on the receiving end of some additional wealth ...

Close relatives often pay no or reduced inheritance tax, unlike distant kin and non-relatives. Proactive measures like trusts can mitigate potential tax for beneficiaries ahead of time. Your parting ...

An inheritance won’t affect your Medicare eligibility or benefits, but the extra income could raise some premiums or affect your eligibility for income-based programs. Medicare rules can be complex.