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Inheritance tax is one of the more controversial elements in many budgets - to some, it's a reasonable contribution paid by those who are passed down money by the richest people, while others see it ...

An inheritance can add to your finances, but taxes may reduce the amount that reaches you. Some states tax beneficiaries directly, while separate estate taxes may apply before assets are distributed.