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What Long-Term Care Costs Mean for Estate Planning and Probate

Jun 17, 2021

Long-term care costs can devastate an estate. When a person dies owing money for long-term care, an lien may be put on any property the deceased owns, and a claim may be made against the estate. Here’s what you need to know about long-term care costs and personal...

Do You Need a Probate Bond?

May 17, 2021

If you’re serving as the personal representative of an estate, you’re taking on a big responsibility. As the personal representative, you’re tasked with making an inventory of the estate’s assets, paying debts and distributing the remaining assets to heirs. A court...

Do I Need a Probate Court Attorney?

May 6, 2021

After a person dies, the estate typically has to go through probate, a legal process in which a court oversees the distribution of assets and payment of debts according to the terms of the will. Although probate can sometimes be avoided through estate planning, it is...

Important Considerations When Selecting Beneficiaries Designations

Apr 20, 2021

Choosing beneficiaries is an important aspect of estate planning, but it’s one that sometimes gets glossed over. To make sure your wishes are carried out, it’s important to consider three key issues when naming beneficiaries for life insurance policies, investment...

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What Long-Term Care Costs Mean for Estate Planning and Probate

Do You Need a Probate Bond?

Do I Need a Probate Court Attorney?

Important Considerations When Selecting Beneficiaries Designations