Curious how much is inheritance tax? Most states don’t impose it, and those that do often provide exemptions to help reduce or eliminate the tax burden.

Don't want to leave a legacy of family bickering and acrimony? Below are eight of the most common inheritance mistakes and how to prevent them in the future.

A sudden windfall while grieving can be an emotional minefield, particularly for younger adults. Experts share ways to handle it wisely. By Lisa Rabasca Roepe Michael Hay knew his mother was ...

While most adult children (95%) believe they’re ready to manage an inheritance, a quarter (25%) of parents disagree.

Planning for retirement requires a road map that is unique to each individual. The expectation of guaranteed income from employer-sponsored pension plans or public safety nets is dwindling away.

Generation X and millennials who may be receiving an inheritance from the previous generations may be receiving less than ...

New company addresses one of the most emotionally and financially challenging moments families face Inheritance can ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who is conflicted about how to split a recent inheritance ...