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There is a Trust. Why is Probate Needed?

Why open probate if there is a trust?

Why a Trust Is the Best Option to Avoid Probate

The whole purpose of estate planning—or at least a significant piece—is concerned with ease. Establishing a trust can seem complicated, and

Three Tips for Overwhelmed Personal Representatives

Being named personal representative is an honor, but it can often be a sobering and daunting responsibility.

The Pros and Cons of Probate

Probate can create undue costs and delays. For that reason, many people prefer to use strategies to keep their property out of probate

Three Celebrity Probate Disasters and Tragic Lessons

Some of the world’s richest and most famous people enter the pearly gates with no estate plan, while others have made estate planning mistak

How Long is Probate?

The probate process is not easy, it is not private, and it is certainly not inexpensive. Getting professional guidance upfront is always wis

Three Reasons to Avoid Probate

Probate can be a pain in the neck. Even with the best Will, probate is still a very public process. It can also be very expensive and very t

A “Fiduciary”! What's that?

You may be asked to be power of attorney for a family member or friend. Your person may be planning for when they might become unable to...

Planning for your Vacation Property

This is the time of year when many people begin that trek to their vacation homes. According to the National Association of Home...

Letter of Instructions for Your Estate Plan

A letter of instruction can help your loved ones manage important information about you, even if you have an estate plan.

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