Handling your deceased loved one’s estate through probate can seem like an enormous task. You may be unfamiliar with how probate works, or lack clear instructions regarding what your loved one wanted. If you discover that there is more than one will, it can add...
It can be gratifying to find out that your loved one named you as the personal representative for their estate. Choosing you for this role means they trust you to oversee the distribution of their estate now that they have passed away. Acting as a personal...
Experiencing the death of a loved one can be a traumatic and exhausting experience. In the midst of you and your loved ones grieving, there is also the task of settling your loved one's final affairs. Often, the probate process can take a significant amount of time...
Preparing your estate plan comes with many decisions. In addition to deciding how to pass on your legacy, you need to choose a personal representative you can trust to handle your estate. Very often, life is unpredictable. Circumstances could change significantly...
Your estate plan can have many parts to coordinate and create. You want to develop a plan that supports your loved ones and passes on your legacy. One of the essential parts of your estate plan is choosing a personal representative that you trust. Depending on your...
Dealing with the probate process after losing a loved one can feel overwhelming. While in the midst of processing your loss, there is a never-ending list of tasks to accomplish to settle your loved one’s affairs. It is an honor that your loved one decided to trust you...
When it comes to inheriting an asset from a loved one, some are easier to share than others. Cash is easy to split between two or more people. When a friend or family member leaves one particular asset to more than one person, it can make honoring that request a...
Estate planning (and the eventual distribution of assets) has as much to do with your parents as it does with you. While your parents will make plans for their money and other property, you (and other loved ones) will be part of the asset distribution process. Often,...
It can be frustrating trying to decide how to create your estate plan. You may consider what people will expect, or you might worry that they will be sad, angry or frustrated by what you left them. Your decision to change what you pass on to your loved ones could...
For years, you have worked hard to build an incredible life for your family. Leaving part of your estate for your loved ones can be an essential part of why you do what you do. A trust can be a valuable tool for passing on part of your legacy. However, when your...
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