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The so-called "death tax" is more properly known as inheritance tax and is the tax charged on property or money left to a beneficiary in a person's will after their death. Some items and bequests are exempt from this tax and a very good explanation of how this tax works in the United States is given at this website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estate_tax_in_the_United_States

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What tax nickname is death tax?

The nickname 'death tax' applies to the estate tax.


How does inheritance tax affect small business owners?

Inheritance tax is and can also be known as death tax or estate tax. This kind of tax is usually given to those people who inherit some form of money or property. Many states vary.


What is the meaning of Death Tax in the United States?

In the United States, death tax is otherwise known as Estate tax. The meaning of this death tax or estate tax is the taxable estate of a dead person. Meaning whether a home will be transferred by will or, by trust.


Who initiated the death tax?

A death tax as well as other taxes were charged as early as the 12th century.


Are death taxes different state to state?

The term "death tax" refers the fact that death itself triggers the tax or the transfer of assets on which the tax is assessed. Each state has its own death tax laws. To find your state and the laws pertaining to death taxes in that state, refer to this website: http://retirementliving.com/RLtaxes.html


Do you need to pay tax for insurance death claim?

No. Death proceeds are received income tax free by beneficiaries.


How does self employment tax affect a tax return?

Yes, it definitely does.


What is death tax and who does it effect?

A death tax is the tax that is charged to the heirs of any person who has died and left them real estate, personal property, stocks and bonds and cash.


How do state estate or death tax payments affect the estate tax return?

State estate or death tax payments can reduce the overall value of the estate that is subject to federal estate tax, as these payments may be deductible on the federal estate tax return. However, this deduction is subject to certain limitations and requirements, which can vary by state. It's important for executors to accurately report these payments to ensure compliance and to maximize potential tax benefits. Additionally, the interaction between state and federal tax laws can complicate the filing process, necessitating careful planning.


How does tax affect a business?

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Do indigents pay death tax?

"Death Tax" refers to an Estate Tax. If your estate is worth $1,500,000 or less the estate is exempt from an estate tax. I assume most indigents don't have an estate that is worth that much.


How does lily's self-employment tax affect archueta's tax return?

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