Estate Planning Basics
Learn the essentials around planning and protecting the future for your family and loved ones.
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Medicaid Long-Term Care Planning
Medicaid helps with long-term care, but not everyone qualifies.
· 5 min read
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10 Questions to Ask a Probate Attorney
A probate attorney has got your back when it comes to dealing with estates. Use these guiding questions to find a lawyer you feel comfortable with.
· 9 min read
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How Long Do You Have to Transfer Property After Death?
Factors that influence the property transfer timeline after death can include estate complexity, the presence of a will, and beneficiary disputes.
· 6 min read
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What to Do When Someone Dies: Immediate Next Steps
After a loved one dies, it can be understandable to feel lost in grief and not know what to do. These 10 steps can be your guide in the first few days and weeks.
· 10 min read
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Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common: What's the Difference?
There are several ways two or more people can own property together, including tenancy in common and joint tenancy. Learn the difference between these two ways to own property together.
· 6 min read
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What Is a Letter of Testamentary and Why Do You Need One?
In order to fulfill your duties as the executor of an estate, you must first be granted the authority through a letter of testamentary. Read on to learn more.
· 9 min read
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What Is a Constructive Trust?
A constructive trust is established to right a wrong, relating to a person's property. Whether temporary or ongoing, it can address several types of wrongdoing.
· 3 min read
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What Is a Settlor of a Trust?
A settlor of a trust is an individual who creates a trust by transferring assets into it and establishing its terms. Find out how they can help your beneficiaries manage your property.
· 2 min read
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Naming a Trustee in Your Deed of Trust
If you're using a deed of trust to secure borrowed money, you need to understand the role of a trustee. Find out who can play this vital role in your real estate transaction.
· 3 min read
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How to Remove a Trustee from a Family Trust
If you are the creator, a co-trustee, or a beneficiary of a family trust and you believe a trustee is not acting properly, there are ways to go about removing or replacing a trustee.
· 4 min read
