National Estate Planning Awareness Week is Here
As an organization dedicated to helping people get the inheritance money they need as fast as possible, we’d like to spread the word about National…
Debts and the Deceased
Quick Summary: Who Pays the Deceased’s Debts? Generally, a deceased person’s debts are paid by their estate, not their heirs. If an estate lacks sufficient…
What’s the Best Way to Invest Your Inheritance?
Quick Guide: How to Smartly Invest Your Inheritance The best way to invest an inheritance is to follow a financial priority ladder: start by paying…
Is an Inheritance Taxable?
Quick Summary: Are Inheritances Taxed? In most cases, an inheritance is not considered taxable income at the federal level. However, your tax liability depends on…
What You Need to Get an Inheritance Advance.
Quick Checklist: Requirements for an Inheritance Advance To qualify for an inheritance advance, you must be a beneficiary of an open probate estate. Providers like…
Pandemic + Probate = More Wait
Quick Summary: Navigating Probate Delays Since the pandemic, probate court timelines in the United States have increased from an average of 16 months to 24…
How I Got My Inheritance Before Probate Was Finished.
Quick Summary: Getting Your Inheritance Early You can access your inheritance before probate finishes by using an inheritance advance. Unlike a loan, an inheritance advance…