My gramma, who lives in Illinois, has put a stipulation in her will that upon her death she wants her house sold and the proceeds divided amongst her 5 children. What is the tax liability of her children? Thanks.

My gramma, who lives in Illinois, has put a stipulation in her will that upon her death she wants her house sold and the proceeds divided amongst her 5 children. What is the tax liability of her children? Thanks.


What is the size of her estate? Does she have enough other assets to cover her debts? Does she have a spouse?

She could avoid the whole question through a properly worded Deed and the house would pass outside the Will. Obviously you would need an Attorney.