Death taxes seem ominous, and in a way, they are. They're taxes imposed by the government against someone's estate once they pass away. These taxes are levied against the beneficiary who receives the decedent's property. The estate may also be taxed directly prior to...

As 2018 comes to a close, it's time to start looking into changes coming in 2019. If you're planning an estate, then you need to take some time to review your estate and any changes that might need to be made. One important change that happens annually, in most cases,...

If you were left out of a parent's estate, it can be an especially crushing blow. Since your mom or dad is now deceased, there's no way for you to ask them why you were slighted in such a way. This frustration can preclude closure and lead to disinherited children...