Is life insurance taxable when it's paid out?

You received a big check from your loved one's life insurance policy. Will the IRS be expecting a check from you now?
Wall Street Journal

How Does Life Insurance Work with Taxes?

A life insurance death benefit is paid tax-free and there are tax-advantaged ways to access cash value Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance ...

‘I need to get my financial ducks in a row’: I’m 80 with $1 million. How do I prevent my son from being hit with inheritance tax?

“I have $650,000 in investments, $250,000 in life insurance and about $150,000 equity in my home.” ...
The Mercury

PERSONAL FINANCE: Understanding second to die life insurance and estate taxes

When planning for the future, life insurance is a key component of a well-rounded financial strategy. One type that often goes unnoticed is second-to-die life insurance, or survivorship life insurance ...