probate
The Probate Process
Probate proceedings seek to validate the decedent’s last will and retitle the estate’s assets into the name of heirs according to the deceased’s wishes….
An Overview of Probate
The American Bar Association (ABA) describes probate as the legal process that recognizes a will and names the personal representative (executor) to…
Probate Can Be Disrupted by Creditors
In a will, the personal representative (executor) specifies that the date of death of the testator must be publicized, typically in a…
The Probate Process and Outstanding Debts
Probate can be avoided if you have the right strategy in place, saving you money in taxes, avoiding public proceedings, and the…
What Is Covered in a Will?
The legally binding directive declaring who will receive your assets upon death is called a will, and a will is an important…
How Do I Know if I Need Probate?
Probate is the legal process by which the estate is authenticated and the deceased’s assets are distributed to the beneficiaries. Whether or…