Benjamin Franklin referred to death and taxes as "the only certainties in life." And the inheritance tax touches on both.

While it's not exactly fun to financially plan for dying one day, it's better than leaving your loved ones unprotected. Whether it's an inheritance or an estate, you want to leave them in the best ...

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: ...

Receiving an inheritance could provide an unexpected (or anticipated) financial windfall. There’s just one thing you may have to contend with – people attempting to steal what you’ve inherited.

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 ...

Last weekend, my husband and I were having lunch with friends when the topic of inheritance came up. What struck me is that I ...