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Pennsylvania Estate Taxes<\/h1>\n
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Definition of Probate<\/h2>\r\n

Pennsylvania has an inheritance tax, not an estate tax. The Keystone State is among one of several states that still assess a separate state inheritance tax on certain property owned by Pennsylvania residents and real estate and tangible personal property located in Pennsylvania that is owned by a nonresident.<\/p>\r\n

The rates for the Pennsylvania inheritance tax is as follows:<\/p>\r\n