A pour-over will is a special type of will that works together with a trust. Instead of naming individual beneficiaries for each asset, a pour-over will directs that any property…
Can a Creditor Force the Sale of an Inherited House?
A creditor can sometimes force the sale of an inherited house, but only in specific situations and usually only to pay the debts of the person who died. In North…
What Happens to Pets in Probate in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, pets are treated as personal property in probate, which means they pass to someone through the estate just like other belongings. That legal reality surprises many pet…
How Do You Transfer a Timeshare After the Owner Dies?
To transfer a timeshare after the owner dies, you first need to know what kind of timeshare it is, then work through either probate or the resort's transfer process to…
Advancement is a gift a person gives to an heir during their lifetime that counts against what that heir will inherit later. In North Carolina, if you give a substantial…
