Last Wills
Find answers to questions you might have about last wills, and get a better understanding of how they're written, what happens if they're contested, and more.
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How Long Does the Executor Have to Pay the Beneficiaries?
Before distributing payments to beneficiaries, an executor must inventory the decedent’s assets and ensure that any outstanding debts are paid off.
· 9 min read
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Establishing Guardianship in a Will
If you have a child under the age of 18, you should have a will to name a legal guardian of your child in the event of your death. Read on for tips on how to make this happen.
· 4 min read
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How Do You Become the Executor of an Estate Without a Will?
Becoming the administrator of an estate without a will requires petitioning the court and fulfilling a few other requirements before you can begin settling a decedent's estate.
· 3 min read
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How Do a Last Will and Power of Attorney Work Together?
A last will and power of attorney are powerful and important documents that provide you with peace of mind and protect your family.
· 3 min read
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What is Probate Court?
Probate court is the legal process of distributing someone's estate after they've passed away. This guide will walk you through how it works and what you should expect.
· 5 min read
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How to Write a Will: A Comprehensive Guide to Will Writing
Writing a will is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and for your loved ones, and it can be done in just minutes. Are you ready to get started?
· 11 min read
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Where to Store a Last Will
After you've made a last will, one question many people have is where to store the document. Before you decide to store it in a plastic bag in your freezer, one thing to note is that you have options for where to safely store your will.
· 4 min read
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Don't Have a Will? 10 Common but Misguided Excuses
Although making a will might seem like a big task—it isn't. A will is simple and straightforward, and something that everyone should have. Yet, many people don't. And why not? Read on for the 10 most common excuses along with some common sense tips to help overcome them.
· 6 min read
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Should You Put Online Passwords in Your Will?
People are using the Internet to manage more financial transactions than ever before, from paying bills to big-money transactions like investing or real estate. Many of those who embrace the concept also enjoy the paper-free convenience of receiving their financial documents electronically—bills, account statements, annual reports, and more.
· 3 min read
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No-Contest Clauses in Wills and Trusts
Are you concerned about a potential challenge to your will or trust once you're gone? A no-contest clause in a will or trust can be quite effective in discouraging challenges to the documents after your death.
· 4 min read
