we inherited a house

what kind of tax do we pay if we sold it

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Generally, the beneficiaries (those who inherit the property) receive a stepped-up basis in the property inherited to the fair market value on the date of death of the decedent. As a result, if the property is sold shortly after it is inherited there is typically little gain, if any, and a loss could even result depending upon the circumstances.