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I’m a New Executor. What now?
You may ask yourself, “I’m a new executor. What now?”. No worries, we are here to answer all your questions and share…
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Disinheriting in your Last Will: Why and How
Writing someone out of our will is a serious decision. This articles discusses the details of disinheriting in your Last Will: why…
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What is Intestate and How is it Different from Probate?
Intestate means dying without a valid will, so state law decides who inherits. Probate is the court process that settles an estate…
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What Happens if you Die Without a Will?
Without a will, your state's intestacy law decides who inherits — usually spouse and children first. A court appoints the administrator, and…
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What is Per Stirpes in Estate Planning?
The term per stirpes is Latin and is used for legal purposes. But what is per stirpes in estate planning exactly? Let’s…
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What Is a Letter of Testamentary and Do You Need One?
What is a Letter of Testamentary and do you need one? Maybe you’ve heard of that before, but do you need it?…
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Will vs. Trust: What’s the Difference and How to Choose
We’re answering the crucial estate and end-of-life planning questions, will vs. trust: what’s the difference and how to choose.
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Most Frequently Asked Questions About Wills
Can you write your own will? Does it need a lawyer, a notary, or witnesses? What happens if you change your mind?…
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Types of Last Wills and How to Choose
Simple, testamentary trust, joint, living, deathbed, holographic and nuncupative wills — what each is for, and why most people only ever need…
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Complete Guide to a Last Will and Testament
A last will names who inherits your property and who administers your estate. What makes one valid, what it cannot do, and…
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