What is the first thing you think of when you hear the term “probate?” For many people, probate invokes a very negative response. This is often due to the many myths about probate. One of the most common myths that lead many people to have such negative views is that probate is a long and […]

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No matter the circumstances, losing a friend or family member comes as quite a shock. When you reach out to their family, you share your grief, memories and worries about the future. And then they mention how they must begin the probate process to distribute your loved one’s assets. Perhaps your loved one wanted you […]

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The probate process can be very stressful. After losing a loved one, it is difficult to go through and distribute their property. The process is not easy, and the emotional stress is also the reason that there is a high risk of disputes in probate. During probate, disputes can arise out of many elements involved […]

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Navigating the probate process can be complex for your whole family. Thankfully, your loved one’s estate plan can help make probate easier since it provides directions of your loved one’s wishes and gifts their assets to surviving family members. However, you come to own so many things in your life, from real estate property to […]

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Probate often has a bad reputation. There are a lot of myths that perpetuate that reputation as well. You may have heard people say it is expensive, time-consuming and stressful. On top of that, there are many sources out there advising people to avoid probate. This can leave people wondering whether or not they have […]

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Nowadays, debt is a reality for individuals at almost any age. They go from paying expensive student loans to mortgages, all the while paying bills on various credit cards. This leaves the average American with roughly $38,000 in debt. Debt may be a normal part of life now for you and your loved ones, but […]

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It is true for almost everyone that their retirement is one of the largest assets they own. Throughout your entire career, you contribute a portion of your income to your retirement. Nowadays, many people worry they might not have enough saved to last their retirement. On the other hand, some might worry about what will […]

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Losing a spouse is a heart-breaking, traumatic experience. When you depend on your life partner for years, it is a great shock to face the idea of a future without them. On top of that grief, you also have to deal with the confusing and often overwhelming probate process. This process can be even more […]

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Many people know that creating a will often involves several steps, including taking an inventory of one’s assets and clearly documenting one’s wishes. And then, they must go through the process of ensuring their will is valid by finding fit witnesses to sign the will and attest that the individual was of sound mind when […]

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Nowadays, many people own property outside of their home state. Whether their family has a cabin or a vacation home, the out-of-state property can provide a nice getaway from everyday life for everyone in the family.  But what happens to this property if your loved one who owned it passes away?  No one wants to […]

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