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Estate Planning

Can You Decline an Inheritance?

Inheriting assets from a loved one may seem like a blessing, but it can also come with legal and financial responsibilities that some individuals may not be prepared for. While…

Estate Planning

Estate Administration: How Executors & Personal Representatives Get Paid

Estate administration is crucial to settling a deceased person's assets, debts, and affairs. It involves the appointment of an executor or personal representative to manage and distribute the decedent's property…

Wills

Letters of Testamentary: What Are They and Why Do I Need Them?

Have you recently lost a loved one and found yourself responsible for their estate? You may have heard the term “letters of testamentary” thrown about in conversations with lawyers and…

Wills

5 Reasons Why You Should NEVER Make a Will Without an Attorney

Have you been putting off making a will because you think it's too complicated and expensive to do it correctly? Making a will is essential for providing for your family,…

Probate

The Shocking Reality of What Happens to Personal Belongings After Death Without a Will

Have you ever wondered what would happen to your belongings if you passed away without a will? Your jewelry, collectibles, artwork, or antiques? The sad reality is that if you…