They Found Relatives on 23andMe—and Asked for a Cut of the Inheritance

Surprise heirs are showing up because of DNA test kits and sowing disorder for people handling their loved ones’ estates.
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Taxing inheritances under the income tax is a great idea - here's how it could work

The wealthy often avoid earned income, which means they escape payroll taxes entirely and ordinary income rates under the income tax. In addition, they can avoid capital-gains taxes by not selling ...