When it comes to probate proceedings, each state has its own laws and regulations. After a person dies, all their assets must go through probate to be distributed to the heirs and beneficiaries. If the decedent owns properties only in the state where they reside, the estate requires only probate pro...

What can you do when there is a family property in a grandparent's name, but nothing has been done? How to get heir property in your name? These situations can be very tricky, especially if the grandparent passed away a long time ago and other relatives have passed away afterward.  This situatio...

When a person dies, there are specific legal proceedings that ensure the deceased's assets will be distributed appropriately to the rightful heirs. If you have a loved one who passed away recently, you might wonder what the appropriate waiting time is to find out if you were included in their will o...

Changing property ownership after someone's death could be a complex process, influenced by various legal proceedings and formalities that must be fulfilled appropriately. Typically, one of the most common steps you need to consider is related to transferring home and other real estate. Whether you ...

Knowing the difference between a will and a trust - trust vs will - can be incredibly helpful when you have lost a loved one. It can be complicated when your loved one has either of these documents or, even worse, none of these documents. In this post, we’ll discuss what trusts and wills are, t...

Probate is a legal process where a probate court supervises the settlement of an estate upon the death of a person and the distribution of their remaining assets. If the decedent left a will behind, his estate will be allocated according to his desires. If they die intestate (without a will), their ...

The death of a loved one is always a devastating experience. In addition to dealing with your own grief, you might also find yourself in the position of handling various administrative duties, and sometimes, you might be nominated as the executor or administrator of the deceased person's estate.  W...

Everyone knows that a life insurance policy is considered a "safe investment" and the best way to ensure that your family members are cared for after you pass away. However, for many people, the main question is, "Does life insurance go through probate?" The good news is that a life insurance polic...

If you've recently lost a loved one and they did not leave a will, you'll still have to sit and discuss estate matters with your family. Questions like whether you need to go through probate, who will be the Administrator of estate, or what are the surviving spouse's rights will appear.  What Does...

When someone dies, whether or not they left a will, the person appointed as administrator or executor has a key role in managing the deceased's estate. As the estate's personal representative, they also handle the deceased's financial affairs and have a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries and heirs....

Losing a loved one could be an overwhelming and challenging time, and dealing with the legal problems of settling the deceased estate could make it more difficult. You would navigate through a sea of emotions, and the last thing you would need to worry about would be how long do you have to file pro...

If you have been named successor trustee of a loved one's trust, it could initially be scary and overwhelming. There are many duties and responsibilities involved in trust administration, and you might carry the liability of your fiduciary duty.    Trusts are powerful legal and investment tools...