Inheritance
News, insights and expert analysis on inheritance from the team at Kiplinger.
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I'm a Retirement Editor, But My Parents' Estate Tripped Me Up With a Snake and a GunMy parents took meticulous care of their home and estate planning. But when it came time to sell their house of 54 years, all hell broke loose. Here are the five lessons I learned.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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From Buffett to Beyoncé: What Celebrities Say About InheritanceSee what Warren Buffett, Shaq, Jay-Z and Beyonce, Dave Ramsey and Suze Orman have to say about passing down wealth.
By Karee Venema
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The Great Junk Transfer: Why Heirs Want Meaning, Not More StuffLoved ones want your memories, not your attic clutter. A new study reveals why less is officially more when passing down belongings.
By Donna LeValley
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Where to Put Inherited MoneyReceiving an inheritance can change your financial picture overnight. Before you spend or invest it, here's how to decide where the money should go.
By Paige Cerulli
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It's Time to Check and Update Your BeneficiariesOutdated beneficiary designations can disrupt your estate plan. Learn which accounts to review, when to update beneficiaries and why it matters.
By Choncé Maddox
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5 Qs to Ask a Financial Adviser About an Inherited Stock PortfolioInheriting a stock portfolio comes with big decisions. Before making any sudden moves, ask yourself and your adviser these questions to protect your wealth.
By Coryanne Hicks
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How Real Families Are Handling The Great Wealth TransferKiplinger is exploring the Trillion Dollar Talk. Join us to see what we've found and how we can help you.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Tax Fact vs Myth: How Much of Your Inheritance Actually Gets Taxed?Quiz Receiving an inheritance is typically less taxable than you might think.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Prepare for Long-Term Care Costs Before They Hurt Your KidsLong-term care costs can reduce the inheritance you leave your children. Learn how to prepare for care while protecting your retirement and estate plans.
By Paige Cerulli
