Probate is notoriously confusing. Small estate affidavits, formal vs. simple administration, executors & executrixes— there’s more than enough jargon to make your head spin. We get it, and that’s why we made a probate guide that actually tells you what you need to know without assuming anything. You’ll walk away with a tangible timeline, actionable next steps and real clarity on what probate actually means for you and your family.
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As the executor? Nope. On behalf of the executor, or the estate? Sometimes. Here's a guide for whether executors can sign checks for the deceased, including all the best tips and alternatives.
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While there are hundreds of individual steps an executor has to take during probate and estate settlement, they can be boiled down to 20 key duties.
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You've looked everywhere and think the will may be in the safe deposit box. What in the world do you do now?
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One of the first things that happens after someone passes is the signing and delivery of a death certificate. But who needs them and how many should you get? Here's the answer.
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Knowing how to read a will is an important part of being an executor — otherwise you're flying blind! And they aren't that bad if you know what to look for.
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Whether you’re serving as the executor of an estate or planning ahead in the event of your own passing, the implications of debt after death will affect your family. Let’s see how it works.
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