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In New York, the Surrogate’s Court oversees estate administration. Executors and beneficiaries must follow the New York probate process, including filing for letters testamentary, handling estate debts, and distributing assets.
Estate Planning
Jan 10, 2022
Does New York have an inheritance tax or an estate tax?
Although New York has an estate tax, it does not have an inheritance tax. Read on to learn the difference between the two and what the estate tax in New York is.