When a loved one passes away, their finances, property and personal belongings don't automatically transfer to family members. A formal, court-managed process called probate handles this transfer.
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An inheritance can add to your finances, but taxes may reduce the amount that reaches you. Some states tax beneficiaries directly, while separate estate taxes may apply before assets are distributed.