How much is allowed tax-free in inheritance from a trust?

asraz Posts: 1, Reputation: 1

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Jan 31, 2011, 07:04 PM

How much is allowed tax-free in inheritance from a trust?

MukatA Posts: 7,110, Reputation: 176

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Feb 1, 2011, 03:24 AM

There is no federal tax on inheritances. The estate pays the tax.

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