Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging and emotional periods in anyone’s life. When assets, such as property and investments, are left to their beneficiaries, many families have a difficult time knowing where and how to start the process of settling the estate.

In today’s episode, we’ll focus on estate planning, specifically the responsibilities and tax implications that a beneficiary has when they inherit those assets. I’m joined by our very own Mark Kenney and Amanda Glennon, who both have years of experience guiding families through this process to ensure that the actions and decisions that are made won’t have financial consequences later.

In our conversation, you’ll learn how changes to the SECURE Act have impacted how inherited assets are taxed and distributed, the new estate tax exemption rules for Massachusetts residents, and why developing a relationship with an advisor to create an estate plan makes the entire process easier to handle during such an emotional time.

In this podcast interview, you’ll learn:

• How changes to the SECURE Act have accelerated the timeframe to deplete inherited assets for non-spouses.
• What cost basis means and how it applies to inheriting property or investments.
• The values of an estate that are excluded from state and federal estate taxes.
• How long a beneficiary can expect to wait before the estate is settled.
• The difference in taxation from inheriting an IRA and a Roth IRA.
• The added value in dealing with a Financial Advisor in person vs over the phone when handling an estate.

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