Avoiding the Wait for Probate
How to Bypass the 16-Month Probate Delay In the United States, the probate process takes an average of 16 months to complete. To avoid this…
How to Make Sure Your Estate Goes Where You Want it To
Checklist: Securing Your Legacy Ensuring your assets reach your intended heirs requires more than just a signed Will. To protect your legacy, you must actively…
Explainer: Will vs. Trust
At a Glance: Wills vs. Living Trusts The primary difference between a will and a trust is the requirement of probate. A will acts as…
The History of Probate
Timeline: Evolution of Estate Law Probate is one of the oldest legal processes in human history, dating back to Ancient Rome’s “testamentum.” Over centuries, it…
Selling an Inherited House
Quick Guide: How to Sell a House in Probate Selling an inherited home involves specific legal steps that differ from a standard real estate transaction….
What to do if my Loved One Dies Without a Will (Intestate)
Intestacy Guide: When There Is No Will Dying intestate means passing away without a valid will. In these cases, the deceased’s assets are distributed according…
What If An Heir Lives In A Different State Than Where The Estate Is Being Settled?
Out-of-State Heirs: Navigating Multi-State Probate & Taxes If you live in a different state than your deceased loved one, your inheritance is primarily governed by…
What to Do When Someone Dies
Immediate Steps Checklist: The First 72 Hours Losing a loved one is overwhelming, but several time-sensitive tasks must be handled immediately to secure the estate…
How Best to Handle an Inheritance During an Economic Downturn
Navigating Probate in a Volatile Economy Economic downturns create unique challenges for heirs, as asset values (stocks and real estate) may decline while they remain…