Question

Does Maryland have an inheritance tax?

Answer

Yes. Maryland is the only state in the country that imposes both an estate tax and a separate inheritance tax. The inheritance tax is assessed on assets received by certain beneficiaries — specifically those who are not lineal relatives or siblings of the decedent — at a flat rate of 10% on the clear value of the inherited assets.

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