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Estate PlanningEstate tax is a tax on the transfer of certain property after a person dies. Learn how the federal estate tax works, who may need to file Form 706, how the $15 million 2026 exclusion applies, what deductions and portability mean, and why state estate and inheritance taxes can also matter.
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Estate PlanningA title search is an examination of public records and other property documents to determine ownership and identify liens, mortgages, easements, restrictions, and other issues that may affect a property's title. It is an important part of many real estate transactions because a buyer can inherit or become affected by certain title problems that existed before the purchase. This guide explains how title searches work, what records are examined, common title defects, the difference between title searches and title insurance, and what buyers should do when a problem is discovered before or after closing.
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Civil LawSmall claims court provides a simplified way to resolve certain lower-value civil disputes involving money, property damage, debts, contracts, and other claims. Learn how small claims court works, who can file, how much you can sue for, what evidence you need, what happens at the hearing, and what to expect after a judgment.
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