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Mel's Estate Includes a Number of Notes Receivable Signed by His

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Mel's estate includes a number of notes receivable signed by his daughter, Tammy. These notes were issued by Tammy on different occasions when she obtained funds from Mel. The total face amount of these notes is $150,000. The notes are forgiven by Mel's will. How much, if any, regarding these notes should be included in Mel's gross estate?


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