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The IRS would take any assets in the estate to pay the decedent's personal tax debt. If there is a family business involved that would complicate the situation and may increase your exposure.

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Q: Can a child be forced to pay a parents unpaid taxes I Just found out my only parent hasn't paid filed in 20 years could the IRS hold me responsible if there is money owed after my parent passes?
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