A Primer on U.S. “Death” Taxes: An Accurate Description or a Political Perspective?

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  • Richard J. Hunter Stillman School of BusinessSeton Hall University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14738/assrj.68.6971

Abstract

This paper discusses issues relating to estate and inheritance taxes that may be owed to both the federal and state governments as a result of the dearth of a decedent. The paper begins with a brief overview of the requirements of a valid will and outlines the probate process. It then turns to an in-depth discussion of issues relating to estate taxation and strategies that might be utilized to minimize any liabilities and taxes owed either by the estate or by an individual beneficiary.   

Author Biography

Richard J. Hunter, Stillman School of BusinessSeton Hall University

Professor of Legal Studies

Department of Economics and Legal Studies

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Published

2019-09-05

How to Cite

Hunter, R. J. (2019). A Primer on U.S. “Death” Taxes: An Accurate Description or a Political Perspective?. Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 6(8), 355–367. https://doi.org/10.14738/assrj.68.6971

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Vol. 6 No. 8 (2019): Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal

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