heirs

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Your traditional IRAs would likely be taxable as ordinary income if/when inherited by your heirs, so taxable investments can be more tax-efficient from a legacy perspective than preserving IRA assets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

“One of my heirs will have to dispose of it because I’m never selling it,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

But withdrawals can be taxed at the lower, long-term capital-gains rate, and your heirs can inherit the money without owing any tax on its appreciation during your lifetime.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The mortgage is, however, relevant to the practical side of the transaction, as it gets paid off from the sale proceeds and reduces how much money is left for you and your spouse, the heirs.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

The curious heirs now piled into the kitchen, except for Sydelle Pulaski, who slumped to the counter.

From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin