Inheriting a home can mean inheriting property taxes, too. Here's what heirs, executors, and families need to know to avoid ...

The ‘Great Wealth Transfer’ may not help with high property taxes, soaring homeownership costs, and liquidity issues in 2025.

Dear Eric: I have a friend I’ll call “Sally.” She is in her mid-50s and is single with no kids. Both of her parents are ...

Anyone who has inherited property, especially if they’re approaching retirement or already in it, knows it can be a blessing and a challenge. You may have a sentimental attachment to the property and ...

An inheritance is a windfall that can absolutely help someone's financial situation -- but it can make your taxes tricky. If you inherit property or assets, as opposed to cash, you generally don’t owe ...

Dear Liz: I own several properties. I have a living trust that names my two minor children as beneficiaries. I’ve told my attorney that I want to transfer the properties to my children using the ...

Dear Eric: I have a friend I’ll call “Sally.” She is in her mid-50s and is single with no kids. Both of her parents are ...

Many Americans are banking on an inheritance instead of saving. But health care, debt, and taxes on family homes could shrink ...