Are Unrealized Gains Taxed at Death?

Increasing tax images.

Nobody lives forever, and many investors begin to face this sad reality as they grow older. Some investors worry about the tax burden on their heirs upon receiving assets, especially those that have appreciated over time. So, it’s important to address the question, “Are unrealized gains taxed upon death?”

Jul 22, 2025

What Is Tax-Loss Harvesting and How Does It Work?

Digital tax calculation.

For many investors, the practice of investing is mainly about increasing gains. You employ strategies meant to increase the income from your portfolio. However, one important but sometimes underutilized strategy: managing investment losses.

Jul 21, 2025

The Tax Consequences of Transferring Property to an LLC

Midsection of accountant working on table.

Of the various strategies for managing personal liability and increasing flexibility in asset management, transferring real estate to a limited liability company (LLC) has been widely used by investors. While often used as a planning strategy, transferring property to an LLC may be more administratively feasible than some alternatives.

Jul 6, 2025

How Is Inherited Property Taxed When Sold?

Auditor or internal revenue service staff, Business women checking annual financial statements of company.

Inheriting a property can be good or bad, depending on what you’re planning to do with it.

Jun 2, 2025

How The After-Tax Cash Flow Timeline Works

Tax bags rest atop coin stacks.

Property investors planning to sell their investment properties and reinvest through a 1031 exchange often focus on their next steps after deferring taxes. In the investment process, the After-Tax Cash Flow Timeline serves as a critical planning tool.

May 26, 2025

Do You Have To Pay Taxes On A 1099-S Inherited Property?

Word Tax 2025 on the calculator on documents.Income Statement.

Inheriting a property can be both a financial blessing and a tax question mark — especially when a Form 1099-S shows up in the mail. If you’ve received this IRS form after selling an inherited property, you may ask: Do I owe taxes on this?

May 25, 2025

Learn Ways to Help Reduce or Defer Taxes

Learn Tax-Deferred Strategies
Download eBook