Most people think of probate (the process of collecting, managing, and distributing a deceased person’s money and property) as a private process. Wills are filed at the courthouse, and therefore probated estates become a matter of public record and can be seen by everyone. That means your nosy neighbor Nellie can simply go down to […]
If an individual dies without having properly prepared an estate plan (meaning they died intestate), they can leave their family members feeling overwhelmed. There are a number of dangers associated with failing to put a well-thought-out estate plan in place that could make your family members feel as though they are drowning if you were […]
It is important to think carefully about your ability or willingness to serve as an executor or trustee for someone else. If a family member or friend has asked you to serve as the executor of his or her estate or as trustee of a trust he or she is creating, there are a number […]
As the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the United States, many concerned citizens have begun to seek out professionals to draft their wills and update any pre-existing plans they have. The fear and uncertainty surrounding the virus has highlighted the importance of preparing an estate plan. Still, the current demand for estate […]
