# Episode 63: Mark asks: “How Bad Is the Illinois Estate Tax If You’re Just Over $4 Million?”

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Podcast: [Retirement Decoded Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/retirement-decoded-podcast-7121619)
Published: 2026-02-02T11:00:08+00:00
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## Resource

Mark asks what really happens if your estate ends up just over Illinois’ $4-million estate tax threshold? Scott explains how the Illinois estate tax is calculated, why it’s a threshold and not a true exemption, and what planning strategies families can consider to help reduce the potential tax hit to heirs. Get on our phone calendar at https://TuckerRetirement.com . Watch this podcast on YouTube at https://TuckerYouTube.com .

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