Estates can be contested, plans can change and long-term care costs can significantly reduce assets.

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An inheritance can provide you with financial relief, but your lingering debts can complicate what happens next.

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An inheritance won’t affect your Medicare eligibility or benefits, but the extra income could raise some premiums or affect your eligibility for income-based programs. Medicare rules can be complex.