The so-called “step-up in basis” rule is a crucial aspect of U.S. tax law that can significantly affect the taxation of inherited assets. This provision, which is codified within the Internal Revenue ...
The basis step-up rule effectively wipes out any built-in capital gain when someone inherits an asset from a decedent. Because the amount of capital gain determines the amount of capital gains tax ...
Inheriting an asset grants a step-up in basis, setting cost basis to FMV at death, reducing capital gains tax. Controversy surrounds step-up in basis, as it significantly lowers taxes on inherited ...