Even among rich heirs, passing on real estate without proper planning can lead to sibling strife. What if one sibling wants to renovate the Aspen chalet and the others don't want to split the cost? Instead of leaving these thorny questions up to the kids, parents can control how the property will be managed after they die. Related storiesWhen equal isn't equitableParents often assume that their adult children will share the property equally after they pass, according to Ludman. Perhaps two of three adult heirs are wealthier than the third, who doesn't want to share the burden of property tax and other costs.

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